Site Agent (Rail TfGM Hindley)

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Annual bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Site Agent in Manchester to lead a major rail infrastructure project. You will manage site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure delivery to time, budget and quality standards.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will drive health and safety, programme management and cost control, while maintaining documentation and stakeholder communication across the project team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Agent in rail or major infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Network Rail standards advantageous.
• Strong leadership and communication.
• Proven track record delivering on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations to deliver the project.
• Ensure works follow contract drawings and specs.
• Produce and review RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements).
• Uphold health, safety and environmental standards on site.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and monitor construction programmes.
• Maintain project records and reporting.

Skills

Site management

Subcontractor coordination

Rail infrastructure knowledge

Programme & cost control

Health & safety leadership

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related

Tools

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Job description

Hindley, Manchester - UK

Talented people are the key to our success.

Site Agent

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to join a major rail infrastructure project in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a high-profile project, managing site operations to ensure works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring compliance with engineering and safety standards, and driving project performance across all areas including health & safety, quality, programme, and cost control.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with contract drawings, specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Produce and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance on site.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors to deliver works safely, efficiently, and to programme.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors to achieve project objectives.
• Liaise with Site Foremen, Engineers, clients, and project stakeholders on a daily basis.
• Resolve technical and operational issues to maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Develop and monitor short-term and long-term construction programmes.
• Ensure quality assurance procedures are implemented and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation plans in line with company procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and share lessons learned across the project team.
• Maintain accurate site records, reporting, and project documentation.
• Ensure all personnel receive the necessary training, briefings, and support to carry out their duties effectively.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) qualification.
• First Aid at Work certification preferred.
• Temporary Works Coordinator qualification desirable.
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification desirable.
• Proven experience as a Site Agent within the rail or major infrastructure sector.
• Strong background in civil engineering and construction project delivery.
• Experience managing subcontractors, direct labour, and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Thorough understanding of project planning, programme management, and commercial awareness.
• Knowledge of Network Rail standards and rail infrastructure projects is advantageous.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
• We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About The Rail Business Unit

Millions of people rely on Britain’s rail network to take them safely and efficiently across the country every day. Morgan Sindall helps this happen by providing renewed and enhanced rail infrastructure with the minimum of passenger disruption.

Our customers receive a multi-disciplined service covering electrification, power supply, tunnelling and a full range of civil engineering and building capabilities including structures, lineside infrastructure, and station enhancements. This is complemented by track and signalling works from our supply chain partners to provide a complete rail offering.

Our expertise is focused not only on effective delivery of projects within a railway environment, but also on minimising disruption for railway users through the adoption of innovative working practices and techniques. These include ‘live launch’ bridge construction, in which we can install bridges while allowing railways beneath to remain operational.

From landmark station refurbishment projects and platform extensions to tunnelling works and bridge launches, we have a record of delivering rail projects that are helping to provide a rail network fit for the 21st century.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.

Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.