Site Agent

Construction; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Subsistence allowance

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

The Site Agent role will lead the delivery of projects valued 250,000 to 1 million across South Wales, South West England and the M4 Corridor, taking responsibility for day-to-day site operations and ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

Fully expensed accommodation when overnight stays are required and a structured training and development programme support career progression within a progressive organisation.

Qualifications

• SMSTS certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Previous experience managing civil engineering, water infrastructure, or environmental projects.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations on water infrastructure and environmental projects.
• Prepare and implement RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
• Plan, manage, and monitor project programmes and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Complete all associated site administration and reporting.
• Procure and manage materials.
• Coordinate, supervise, and manage subcontractors.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and productivity throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Health & safety regulations

Civil engineering project experience

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to lead the successful delivery of projects valued between 250,000 and 1 million across South Wales, South West England, and the M4 Corridor. In this role, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations on water infrastructure and environmental projects.
• Prepare and implement RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
• Plan, manage, and monitor project programmes and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Complete all associated site administration and reporting.
• Procure and manage materials.
• Coordinate, supervise, and manage subcontractors.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and productivity throughout the project lifecycle.

What's on Offer

• Projects across South Wales, Southwest England, and the M4 Corridor.
• Fully expensed accommodation when overnight stays are required.
• Nightly subsistence allowance.
• Structured training and an excellent career development programme.
• Genuine opportunities for progression within a growing business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Agent looking to join a progressive organisation with clear career progression. We also welcome applications from Senior Engineers or Sub Agents who are ready to take the next step into site management.

Requirements

• SMSTS certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Previous experience managing civil engineering, water infrastructure, or environmental projects.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.