Site Agent

360 Recruitment; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

360 Recruitment is representing a major civil engineering contractor recruiting a Site Agent to lead a Telford-based scheme, overseeing earthworks, remediation, drainage and utilities. The role offers £60,000–£80,000 DOE plus a package and long-term career prospects.

You will manage site operations, coordinate subcontractors and direct labour, monitor progress and ensure compliance with NEC contracts, safety rules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Agent on civil engineering/infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering projects valued £10m+.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Experience coordinating earthworks, remediation, drainage, utilities and civils.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations and construction activities
• Coordinating subcontractors, direct labour and plant resources
• Overseeing earthworks, remediation, drainage, utility and water infrastructure packages
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme
• Maintaining compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
• Producing progress reports and supporting project delivery meetings
• Managing project documentation, permits and temporary works requirements
• Working closely with project, engineering and commercial teams
• Monitoring productivity, costs and programme performance
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Project coordination

Health and safety awareness

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Site Agent

Telford

£60,000 - £80,000 DOE + Package

Are you an experienced Site Agent looking to take ownership of a major civil engineering project with a reputable and growing principal contractor?

Our client is a leading specialist contractor that has successfully delivered projects across the UK for over 15 years. Operating nationwide, they are recognised for their expertise in enabling works, earthworks, demolition and remediation, providing complex solutions across a broad range of infrastructure and development projects.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Site Agent to support the delivery of a scheme in Telford, comprising earthworks, remediation, platforms, drainage, utilities and water infrastructure works.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor with a strong workload and genuine long-term career prospects.

The Role

As Site Agent, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of the project, taking responsibility for site operations, programme performance, safety, quality and client liaison.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing day-to-day site operations and construction activities
• Coordinating subcontractors, direct labour and plant resources
• Overseeing earthworks, remediation, drainage, utility and water infrastructure packages
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme
• Maintaining compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality requirements
• Producing progress reports and supporting project delivery meetings
• Managing project documentation, permits and temporary works requirements
• Working closely with project, engineering and commercial teams
• Monitoring productivity, costs and programme performance
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Site Agent within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Strong background in earthworks, remediation, drainage, utilities and general civils works
• Experience delivering projects valued up to £10 million and above
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and subcontractors simultaneously
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and project reporting processes
• Competent in managing health, safety and environmental compliance
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred

As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or age. All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job