Site Agent in Porthmadog

Rullion Engineering Cumbria; Porthmadog; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Rullion Ltd. in Snowdonia is seeking an experienced Site Agent to lead and manage construction activities on a major project, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to programme.

You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, oversee planning, resource management and quality assurance, while driving continuous improvement and safety.

This fixed-term role offers a competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000 plus a car allowance and is a full‑time onsite position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Site Agent or similar construction management role.
• Experience managing building, fitout or complex construction packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, programme management and site coordination.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, resources and construction teams.
• A sound understanding of commercial management, including variations, cost forecasting and change control.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety requirements, including CDM Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver works safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, designers and client representatives to maintain progress and resolve site issues.
• Manage construction activities to meet programme, specification, budget and quality expectations.
• Develop and manage subcontractor work packages, scopes, resources and delivery schedules in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Monitor costs, forecasts, variations and changes, identifying risks and opportunities to improve commercial performance.
• Produce, maintain and update construction programmes, setting production targets and implementing recovery plans where required.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, sustainability and quality standards.
• Review construction methods, designs and specifications to identify efficiencies, improvements and potential cost savings.
• Manage site resources, workloads and training requirements to support effective project delivery.
• Maintain accurate project records, construction documentation, progress reports and handover information.
• Contribute to project risk management, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team.

Skills

Site management

Construction planning

Team leadership

Health and safety

Contract management

CDM Regulations

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

CSCS Management card

Job description

Job Title: Site Agent
Job Type: Fixed-term contract until 31/12/2028
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 55,000- 65,000 + 5,750 car allowance
Location: Snowdonia
Working Arrangements: Full-time, onsite
Hours: 45 hours per week

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to lead and manage construction activities on a major project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, specification, quality and commercial requirements.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. You will oversee construction planning, resource management, progress reporting and quality assurance, while driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established construction professional with strong site management, leadership and commercial awareness to take ownership of building and fitout works within a demanding project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver works safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, designers and client representatives to maintain progress and resolve site issues.
• Manage construction activities to meet programme, specification, budget and quality expectations.
• Develop and manage subcontractor work packages, scopes, resources and delivery schedules in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Monitor costs, forecasts, variations and changes, identifying risks and opportunities to improve commercial performance.
• Produce, maintain and update construction programmes, setting production targets and implementing recovery plans where required.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, sustainability and quality standards.
• Review construction methods, designs and specifications to identify efficiencies, improvements and potential cost savings.
• Manage site resources, workloads and training requirements to support effective project delivery.
• Maintain accurate project records, construction documentation, progress reports and handover information.
• Contribute to project risk management, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a Site Agent, Construction Agent or similar construction management role.
• Experience managing building, fitout or complex construction packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, programme management and site coordination.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, resources and construction teams.
• A sound understanding of commercial management, including variations, cost forecasting and change control.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety requirements, including CDM Regulations.
• Experience monitoring progress, managing risks and maintaining quality standards.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• A valid CSCS Management card and knowledge of relevant construction procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a site-based environment.

Experience working on large-scale construction projects, with a focus on building and fitout works, would be advantageous.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major construction project where strong leadership, technical knowledge and effective collaboration are essential to success.

You will have responsibility for leading construction delivery, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and influencing project performance across programme, quality, safety and commercial objectives.

The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to project delivery while developing your experience within a professional, team-focused construction environment.

If you are an experienced construction professional with a background in site management, building or fitout works, and have the leadership skills to drive safe, efficient and high-quality project delivery, we want to hear from you.

Company Information

This fixed-term vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a wide range of clients, from major global organisations to innovative SMEs and start-ups. Rullion is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.