Site Agent

Coffey Construction Ltd; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Site Agent to oversee Water projects in the West Midlands. The successful candidate will manage project delivery, ensure safety compliance, and supervise site operations. A degree in engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience are required. This role offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience as a Site Agent.
• Full clean UK Driver's Licence required.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to HSQE Management Systems and processes.
• Plan and manage construction operations to meet deadlines.
• Supervise and guide staff and subcontractors.
• Communicate effectively with clients and their representatives.

Skills

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered Status (or working towards it)

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Site Agent to support the team across our Water projects within the West Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that HSQE Management Systems and processes are adhered to, implemented and maintained
• Understand the Safety Statement and ensure that it is readily available on each site
• Plan, manage and deliver their project in a performance and fashion that epitomizes the company's vision, strategy and values
• Plan all construction operations to ensure required deadlines will be met
• Adhere to Company Safety Standards and promote safety culture among the ranks throughout their project
• Supervise the work of staff, operatives, sub-contractors etc. and give them guidance when needed
• Co-ordinate required training with HSQE department
• Manage, direct, educate and mentor junior technical site staff
• Determine required resources (manpower, plant, equipment, subcontractors and materials) from commencement stage through to completion giving consideration to budgetary constraints
• Liaise with purchasing department to ensure that purchase orders adequately define the specified requirements
• Negotiate deals with suppliers and sub-contractors
• Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities
• Ensure the project complies with all legal or regulatory requirements
• Communicate with the clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors etc.), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress
• Manage, monitor and interpret the contract documents supplied in-house and/or by our client and their representatives
• Co-ordination of temporary and permanent works design including obtaining the required certificates
• Evaluate progress on site
• Monitor and report to Regional Director on project particulars, including Progress, Programme, Finance, HSQE, Risks & opportunities, all in a timely manner
• Develop construction budgets, forecasts to completion and resource requirements
• Ensure all changes to specifications, work scope and drawings are documented and that contract obligations with regards to notifications etc. are adhered to
• Develop Client Progress Reports, Accounts, budgets etc. in a timely manner
• Measurement and valuation of works complete on site (in collaboration with the project quantity surveyor where appropriate)
• Develop and maintain client relationships to promote new business
• Feed information to HQ on current and completed projects as required by company procedures

Requirements

• A degree in engineering or equivalent experience to support your competency in the role
• A member of the relevant Professional Institution
• Chartered Status (or working towards it)
• Minimum 4 years' experience as a Site Agent
• Full clean UK Driver\'s Licence
• Right to work in the UK