Site Manager / Site Agent - Water & Civil Engineering
Location: Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + Package
Job Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday - 5 days on site.
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Site Agent to join an established civil engineering contractor on a water, utilities and infrastructure project based in Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent.
This is an excellent permanent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager or Site Agent with a strong background in civil engineering, water infrastructure, utilities, drainage and groundworks.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the daily delivery of civil engineering, water and utilities works on site.
- Coordinate subcontractors, site engineers, supervisors and direct labour teams.
- Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications.
- Oversee groundworks, drainage, excavations, pipework, reinforced concrete and associated infrastructure works.
- Prepare, review and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
- Monitor project progress against programme deadlines and report updates to senior management.
- Manage site resources, materials, plant and subcontractor activities.
- Liaise with clients, project managers, engineers and other key stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate site records, daily diaries, progress reports and quality documentation.
- Support commercial teams with variations, change control and cost management.
- Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
- Identify and resolve technical and operational issues to maintain project progress.
Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Site Manager, Site Agent or Sub Agent within civil engineering.
- Strong background in water infrastructure, utilities, drainage, pipelines or heavy civils projects.
- Experience managing subcontractors and delivering construction works on site.
- Good understanding of construction programmes, site documentation and health and safety procedures.
- Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous.
- SMSTS certification.
- CSCS card.
- First Aid at Work qualification preferred.
- Temporary Works Coordinator / Supervisor qualification advantageous.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
Salary & Benefits
- £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
- Permanent position
- Additional company benefits/package to be confirmed
- Opportunity to work on water and civil engineering infrastructure projects
- Career development and progression opportunities