Site Agent - Civil Engineering - Peterborough

American Corrugated Machine; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm based in Peterborough is looking for an experienced Site Agent to oversee a Highways framework project. You will manage Site Engineers, support project planning, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, HNC in Civil Engineering, and previous site experience. Competitive benefits include a car allowance and subsidized private medical cover.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Subsidised Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance Scheme

Contributory Pension

35 Days annual leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrate previous experience in a similar role.
• Understand duties and responsibilities concerning current Health & Safety / CDM legislation.
• SMSTS certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor Site Engineers and Section Engineers.
• Support the Project Manager in driving project construction.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Strong Work Ethic

Strong communication skills

Excellent Knowledge of NEC

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

HNC or higher in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autocad

Job description

About The Role
SITE AGENT - Permanent Opportunity
DIVISION - Civil Engineering
LOCATION - Peterborough
Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Job Summary
As the GRAHAM business continues to grow and develop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Site Agent to work on a Highways framework that we have in Peterborough.

Job Description
The Site Agent shall:

• Undertake the management and mentoring of Site Engineers and Section Engineers
• Support the Project Manager in driving forward the construction phase of the project
• Liaise with the Project Manager to manage, control and allocate all project resources
• Support the Project Manager in planning the construction phase of the project
• Compile and review work package plans and other management plans
• Support the Project Manager to deliver project within programme and budget
• Work closely with the Planning department to obtain accurate and reliable programme data
• Monitor and report on contractual requirements
• Manage and monitor subcontractors and supplier relationships
• Communicate with commercial staff to ensure records are prepared in a timely fashion
• Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are being complied with
• Implementing and attending weekly and monthly site meetings
• Compile daily activity briefings and complete site diary as required
• Assist in Managing Quality & Environmental plans on site
• Ensure work is delivered in accordance with the specification
• Assist with preparing project close-out report
• Work to the Graham IMS
• Take part in and promote a Safety Culture with the entire site team

Personal Specification
Technical Competencies
Essential

• Strong Work Ethic
• Demonstrate previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Technically Competent
• Excellent Knowledge of NEC
• HNC or higher in Civil Engineering

Desirable

• Experience working on Highway Schemes
• Experience managing one site or a section of a larger site as part of a wider team.
• Demonstrate strong planning skills
• CPCS Appointed Person for Lifting trained
• Temporary Works Coordinator trained
• Proficient in use of Autocad

Health & Safety
Essential

• Understand duties and responsibilities with regards to current Heath & Safety / CDM legislation
• SMSTS
• First Aid at Work

Behavioural Competencies
Essential
Effective Communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders.
Problem Solving: Looks objectively at every side of an idea or situation to ensure that all outcomes are thoroughly assessed before deciding on an appropriate course of action. Can use analytical skills to make decisions, with a strict attention to detail.
Initiative: Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.
Team Player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.
Planning and Prioritising: Plans and prioritises around departmental/team objectives and delegates accordingly. Able to spot opportunities and problems in the medium and long term and develop new approaches.
Adaptability: Able to manage change and remain flexible to individual situations. Changes the overall plan, goal or project to fit the situation.
Results orientation: Able to focus on setting personal and team objectives. Can evaluate progress and drive resources to attain objectives.

Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.

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