Site Agent (Somerset Structures)

Abatec Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional contractor in the South West is seeking a Site Agent to oversee highways and infrastructure projects. The role offers a salary range of £60,000 - £65,000 per annum, along with benefits like a car allowance, holidays, and pension contributions. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering qualifications and experience managing similar projects.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension contributions - employer contributions 7.5%

Professional training and qualifications including chartership

Responsibilities

• Provide regular updates to the Contracts Manager on project progress.
• Ensure health and safety standards and regulations are adhered to on site.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Prepare and verify designs on-site.
• Foster career development in a supportive environment.

Skills

Valid CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid certificates

Proven experience managing highways and earthworks projects

Strong understanding of construction health and safety protocols

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant HND/HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading regional contractor with a strong commitment to sustainable development and community-focused delivery, is seeking a Site Agent to join their growing team in the South West.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to join a progressive business that has experienced impressive growth across the region and is set for further expansion. If you're motivated by clear career progression and thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking environment—this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Project details

You will be working on a 4-year framework recently secured with Somerset County Council, focused on Highways and Infrastructure works. Projects include remedial works on existing bridge structures and other civil engineering schemes, with individual values ranging between £2 to £3 million.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular updates to the Contracts Manager on project progress, including budget, programme, and design issues.
• Ensure that health and safety standards and industry regulations are strictly adhered to on site.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing any concerns and attending regular project meetings.
• Prepare, verify, and implement designs on-site in line with the relevant specifications and drawings.
• Foster career development by working in an environment where progression opportunities are available for those who are keen to advance.

Requirements

• Valid CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid certificates.
• Proven experience managing highways and earthworks projects.
• Strong understanding of construction health and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A relevant HND/HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

Salary and benefits

• £60,000 - £65,000 per annum
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced pension contributions - employer contributions 7.5%
• Professional training and qualifications including chartership

How to apply

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Joe Knowles on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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