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Site Agent - Civils

Elvet Recruitment

Leeds

On-site

GBP 64,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Site Manager to oversee a major highways project in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work with a leading contractor known for its commitment to quality and results. You will manage various project stages, ensuring compliance with safety standards and effective cost control. The company is dedicated to staff development, providing training and funding for further qualifications. If you have a solid background in civil engineering and are ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Car
Fuel Allowance
Annual Leave Options
7% Pension Scheme
Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

  • Proven experience at Site Manager / Site Agent level with principal contractor.
  • Experience managing work on high-speed road networks/motorways.

Responsibilities

  • Manage project sections at all stages and maintain site documentation.
  • Conduct daily H&S checks and manage subcontractors.

Skills

Site Management
Cost Control
Health and Safety Management
Project Reporting
Subcontractor Management
Temporary Works Management

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

NEC3/NEC4 Contracts
Site Documentation Software

Job description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civil Engineering Site Manager / Site Agent on behalf of an international tier 1 civil engineering contractor to work on a large ongoing project around the Leeds area.

The contractor has a huge name in the industry for delivering quality & delivering results for clients across the UK & further afield. They are looking to add to their team with the addition of another Site Engineer, initially working on a large highways project near Leeds (2 years duration). Further work secured across the North of England following this. Project values with this team: 100m to 1bn+.

On offer is also the opportunity to take advantage of this leading contractor's major development plan for staff. Central to this development is the Engineers, Site Agent's & Site Manager's as they will grow to be the next cohort of senior management with this business. They are passionate about training plans and funding degrees/tickets & chartership for their staff to always increase their capabilities across the business.

Responsibilities as Agent / Manager:

  • Manage project sections at all stages
  • Writing & updating site documentation
  • Cost control with QS & commercial counterparts
  • Attend meetings on sites
  • Temporary Works management & involvement with lift plans
  • Management of sub-contractors
  • Construction Phase Plans
  • Project reports
  • Daily H&S checks on site
  • Daily briefings with Sub Agents & Works Managers on sections
  • Keeping site file up to date regularly

Experience required:

  • Candidates must have proven experience at Site Manager / Site Agent level with a principal contractor on Civil Engineering / Highways projects (values 50m+)
  • Site Engineer background is advantageous
  • Must have experience managing work on high speed road networks / motorways
  • Experience with contract changes, NEC3 / NEC4, cost control desired.
  • Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree).
  • Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and Full Driver's License.

Remuneration:

A salary of up to 64,000 (dependent upon experience) plus:

Company car choice, fuel, annual leave + option to buy or sell 5 days, 7% pension scheme & much more.

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

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