Site Agent

MURPHY GROUP; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Agent in Preston to manage infrastructure projects. The role involves planning, overseeing construction activities, and ensuring project delivery on time and within budget. Candidates should have over 5 years of construction management experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive benefits including a bonus, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Above market contributory pension scheme

Life assurance and health screening

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Professional development investment

Retail discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage construction projects.
• Develop detailed project schedules and monitor progress.
• Oversee on-site activities, including procurement and workforce allocation.

Skills

Construction management experience

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Tools

Project management software

Scheduling tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Site Agent

Job Location: Bamber Bridge (PR5 6UP)

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Murphy is recruiting for a Site Agent to join our growing Infrastructure team, delivering a major water infrastructure project in partnership with United Utilities, as part of the AMP8 programme.

Murphy is a long-standing delivery partner to leading water clients across the UK and Ireland, including Thames Water, Severn Trent, Northern Ireland Water, Yorkshire Water, SES Water, Bristol Water, South East Water, and Uisce Éireann, where we operate over 25 facilities under full DBOM contracts.

A day in the life of a Murphy Site Agent

• Plan, organise and manage construction projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance with the specifications and safety regulations.
• Develop detailed project schedules, including task sequencing, resource allocation and critical milestones, and monitor progress against established timelines.
• Oversee and coordinate all on-site activities, including material procurement, subcontractor management and workforce allocation, to ensure effective execution.
• Monitor project budgets and financial performance, identifying and addressing any deviations or potential risks.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards and project specifications.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including records of site activities, progress reports, change orders and as-built drawings.
• Collaborate closely with clients, designers, engineers and other stakeholders to address project requirements, provide regular updates and ensure client satisfaction.
• Foster a positive work environment, providing leadership, guidance and support to the team and encouraging productivity.
• Manage and resolve any issues or conflicts during construction, implementing appropriate solutions and escalating when necessary.
• Stay updated on industry trends, construction technologies and best practices, identifying opportunities for process improvements.

Still interested, does this sound like you?

• 5+ years of experience in construction management, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes.
• Proficiency in project management software, scheduling tools and other relevant software applications.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to effectively address challenges and make sound judgments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

What’s in it for you?

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
• Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.8bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphy

If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call James Hing on 07353 134946 to discuss in more detail.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK