Site Agent

Bimplus; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking a Site Agent / Senior Site Agent to take responsibility for safe, efficient delivery of a multi-site highway programme in Bristol as part of the Metrowest project. You will lead site teams, oversee construction activities, and manage pre-construction documentation to successful completion.

The role requires SMSTS, a Civil Engineering qualification, and experience in highways or Local Authority schemes, with proven ability to manage multiple concurrent sites and maintain strong

Qualifications

• Degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience as Sub Agent / Site Agent / Senior Site Agent in civil engineering contracting
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience on highways or Local Authority infrastructure schemes
• Strong understanding of CDM requirements
• Experience preparing CPPs, CEMPs, and/or consents applications

Responsibilities

• Deliver site works safely, to programme, and within budget
• Oversee construction activities across multiple sites
• Support pre-construction documentation and planning
• Lead on Health & Safety Plans and CEMP/CPPs
• Build and maintain relationships with Local Authority clients and stakeholders
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions
• Provide clear progress reports to the Contracts Manager
• Ensure contract changes are identified and managed

Skills

Site management

CDM knowledge

Multi-site management

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CPPs/CEMPs documentation

Job description

We are working with a leading infrastructure contractor who has secured a major highway site development in Bristol as part of the Metrowest programme.

They require a Site Agent / Senior Site Agent to take responsibility for the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of a multi‑site programme of highway development schemes forming part of the Metrowest project. This role includes managing site teams, overseeing construction activities, supporting pre‑construction documentation, and leading the project through to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all works are delivered in full compliance contract Terms and Conditions
• Contract Health & Safety Plans
• Work Package Plans and Task Briefing Sheets
• Quality and Environmental Plans
• Deliver projects safely, to programme, and within budget
• Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP)
• Consents and permits applications
• Work collaboratively with site teams and commercial colleagues to ensure effective cost control
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions where needed
• Ensure changes to the contract are identified, communicated, and managed appropriately
• Provide clear and timely progress reports to the Contracts Manager
• Build positive, professional relationships with the Local Authority client and stakeholders
• SMSTS
• Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent technical experience)
• Experience as a Sub Agent, Site Agent or Senior Site Agent in a civil engineering contracting environment
• Strong understanding of CDM requirements and pre‑construction documentation
• Experience preparing CPPs, CEMPs, and/or consents applications
• Full UK driving licence
• Previous experience in highways or Local Authority infrastructure schemes
• Experience managing multiple concurrent sites