Site Agent

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Site Agent to oversee civil engineering projects. In this pivotal role, you will manage daily site operations, ensuring compliance with contract drawings and specifications while maintaining high standards of health and safety. You will provide leadership to the site team, resolve technical challenges, and ensure timely project handovers. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a company that prioritizes client satisfaction and promotes a culture of safety and well-being in the industry. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for civil engineering, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing civil engineering projects is essential.
• Must possess a valid CSCS card and understand construction regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Lead site teams and manage Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Skills

Management of Civils Projects

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Health & Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Technical Leadership

Education

Valid CSCS Card

Job description

Location: Ruislip
Hours: 12 hours
Salary: Competitive (DOE)

As the Site Agent, you will be responsible for:

• Managing and overseeing daily operations on the site as per the contract drawings and ensuring regular checks are carried out
• Reviewing plans, drawings, and quantities for accuracy
• Ensuring that quality control requirements are met and recorded in accordance with the Client specification
• Providing leadership and addressing any technical challenges that arise on site
• Coordinating and conducting pre-start site surveys
• Guaranteeing a timely handover of works and quality records without outstanding defects, in close collaboration with the Project Manager and installation teams
• Maintaining and enforcing a high standard of Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance on site
• Performing site calibration checks
• Leading in resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise on site

To be successful in this position you must:

• Have previous experience managing Civils Projects
• Have a proven track record of overseeing and leading civil engineering projects
• Possess a deep understanding of construction methods, Health & Safety, and legal regulations
• Hold a valid CSCS card
• Be flexible with the ability to travel nationwide
• Exhibit excellent communication skills with the capability to liaise effectively with the site-based team and Clients
• Have the skill to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Demonstrate proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Company Background

The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family-owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed
We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at [e-mail].