Site Agent | Civil Engineering Project Leader

Jackson Civil Engineering Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary

Company car or car allowance

Company pension scheme (match up to 8%

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (or

Extensive training programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits platform

Free on-site parking

Company social calendar

Regular fun days and charity events

The Great Escape – leaving early every

Job summary

Jackson Civil Engineering Ltd is recruiting for a Site Agent/Sub Agent to lead site teams across the Southern Region, covering Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey. You will oversee site staff, subcontractors and safety documentation while coordinating design and program progress.

The role requires relevant industry qualifications (HND/HNC/BEng) or equivalent and an up-to-date SMSTS, CSCS card, and First Aid at work is desirable. UK work eligibility and a valid driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor.
• Experience on Highways, Earthworks and Structures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and sub-contractors.
• Provide method statements, RAMs and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against budgets.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Engage sub-contractors and manage design co-ordination.
• Control contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion.
• Inform and consult local groups; foster client relations.
• Forecast cost and programme, administer contract changes.
• Mentor junior staff and support their career development.

Skills

Site management

Budget monitoring

Programme management

Contract management

Team supervision

Education

HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent

Job description

Jackson Civil Engineering Ltd is recruiting for a Site Agent/Sub Agent to lead site teams across the Southern Region, covering Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey. You will oversee site staff, subcontractors and safety documentation while coordinating design and program progress.

The role requires relevant industry qualifications (HND/HNC/BEng) or equivalent and an up-to-date SMSTS, CSCS card, and First Aid at work is desirable. UK work eligibility and a valid driving licence are essential.