Site Agent

Carmichael UK; South Hams; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Long-term career development

Collaborative project environment

Job summary

Carmichael UK is recruiting an experienced Agent to join a major UK infrastructure project in Plymouth. You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and stakeholders, ensuring safe delivery of activities and adherence to programme and contract requirements.

We seek a proactive construction professional with strong leadership, contracts knowledge, and a commitment to health, safety and quality standards. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and long-term career prospects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering or construction delivery.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts and project controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary on-site contact for subcontractors, suppliers and client representatives.
• Support subcontractor administration and purchase orders.
• Monitor progress to meet programme requirements and specifications.
• Coordinate site logistics, inspections, deliveries and construction activities.
• Prepare reports and correspondence related to progress and contractual matters.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, QS, Engineers and site teams to resolve issues.
• Assist with claims, disputes and risk management as required.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Support project cost control and programme management activities.

Skills

Leadership

Site coordination

Contracts knowledge

Communication

Stakeholder management

Health and safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC / Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management systems

Job description

Agent

Location: Plymouth
Hours: 45 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Agent to join a major infrastructure project in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile civil engineering scheme, taking responsibility for the safe and efficient delivery of project activities while coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.

We are looking for a proactive construction professional with strong leadership skills, a sound understanding of contracts and project delivery, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

• Acting as the primary point of contact for subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives on site.
• Supporting the administration and management of subcontractor agreements and purchase orders.
• Monitoring progress and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with programme requirements and project specifications.
• Coordinating site logistics, inspections, deliveries, and construction activities.
• Preparing project reports, documentation, and correspondence relating to progress and contractual matters.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, and site teams to resolve operational and commercial issues.
• Assisting with claims, dispute resolution, and risk management activities where required.
• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Supporting project cost control and programme management activities.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A relevant qualification such as an NVQ Level 3, HNC, Degree, or equivalent in a construction-related discipline.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Proven experience within civil engineering, construction delivery, site management, or project coordination environments.
• A strong understanding of construction contracts, project controls, and site operations.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management systems.
• Professional membership or progression towards chartership with ICE, IStructE or a similar institution would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on a major UK infrastructure project.
• Long-term career development with a leading civil engineering recruitment specialist.
• Collaborative and supportive project environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.