Site Agent

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Site Agent to join their project team in Plymouth. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage complex temporary works and support structural construction activities in a secure environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong civil engineering experience and a deep understanding of temporary works coordination. You will lead teams, ensuring compliance and efficiency in project delivery while enjoying professional growth in a dynamic setting. If you're ready to take on a challenging role with significant responsibility, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong civil engineering experience from Tier 1 or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary civil engineering works.

Responsibilities

• Manage established temporary works packages and lead on development of new TW solutions.
• Support contract administration and assist in producing notifications and submissions.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Temporary Works Coordination

Contract Management

Team Leadership

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

CITB Temporary Works Coordinator qualification

SMSTS, CSCS (Gold or Black), First Aid

Job description

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MJ Church is a leading Civil Engineering and Earthworks contractor operating across England. We deliver projects valued between £100,000 and £60 million for public and private sector clients across diverse industries. Alongside our core construction services, we have a growing waste management business expanding across the Southwest and Wales.

Joining MJ Church offers an exciting and challenging opportunity for driven individuals seeking professional and personal growth in a dynamic, results-focused environment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to join our project team at Devonport, Plymouth, a technically complex, high-value scheme in a secure and regulated environment.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for delivering key elements of the project, with a focus on managing temporary works and supporting structural construction activities. The role will involve both strategic coordination and hands-on site leadership.

As Site Agent, you will:

• Manage established temporary works packages, including sheet piled and secant piled cofferdams.
• Lead on development of new TW solutions (e.g. formwork), working with TW designers and our structural engineer.
• Liaise closely with the Main Contractor’s TW Engineers and design reviewers to ensure compliance.
• Oversee proprietary TW systems for drainage, excavation, and obstruction removal.
• Support contract administration, including EWN, NCE and programme updates under NEC4.
• Assist the planner in producing Clause 62 notifications and updating Clause 32 submissions.
• Plan resources, coordinate plant and materials, and monitor progress against programme.
• Produce lookahead programmes, review RAMS, and attend client, progress and cost review meetings.

Who you are

You bring strong civil engineering experience from Tier 1 or major infrastructure projects. You understand temporary works coordination and contract processes, and work collaboratively to deliver safely and efficiently. You are confident coordinating temporary works activities and enjoy leading teams in a dynamic environment.

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• CITB Temporary Works Coordinator qualification (essential).
• SMSTS, CSCS (Gold or Black), First Aid.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary civil engineering works.
• Strong knowledge of NEC4, with experience issuing EWNs, NCEs, and contract notifications.
• Commercially aware, with experience supporting quotations and records.