Site Agent — Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Lead

Mott MacDonald Group; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JN Bentley Ltd. is seeking a proactive Site Agent to lead civil projects across the South West. You will oversee delivery from tender to handover, coordinating design, construction and commissioning while maintaining safety and quality on site.

You will manage procurement, logistics and subcontractors, report progress to clients, and ensure temporary works are installed per design specs. Travel to multiple sites will be required as projects progress.

Qualifications

• CSCS and SSSTS/SMSTS are required.
• HNC or degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and commercial teams to improve delivery efficiency and manage risk.
• Manage the site to deliver safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality.
• Involvement with site procurement, subcontractor logistics, and H&S reporting.
• Inform the client about project progress and address any concerns.
• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator to ensure compliance with design specifications.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

CSCS

SSSTS/ SMSTS

Job description

JN Bentley Ltd. is seeking a proactive Site Agent to lead civil projects across the South West. You will oversee delivery from tender to handover, coordinating design, construction and commissioning while maintaining safety and quality on site.

You will manage procurement, logistics and subcontractors, report progress to clients, and ensure temporary works are installed per design specs. Travel to multiple sites will be required as projects progress.