Site Manager / Site Agent

Fawkes and Reece; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Extensive training programmes

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking a Site Agent to lead civil engineering projects across Wales, including highways, earthworks and structures. The role requires management of site teams and subcontractors, with responsibility for programmes, cost control and compliance with safety and company procedures.

A relevant civil engineering qualification and SMSTS are required, with flexibility for travel within the Southern region.

Qualifications

• Experience leading civil engineering projects on major frameworks.
• Up-to-date SMSTS and CSCS qualifications.
• First Aid at Work qualification desirable and driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff, operatives and subcontractors.
• Prepare and monitor programmes of work.
• Provide method statements, risk assessments and project management plans.
• Monitor contract costs against budgets and manage sub‑contractors.
• Administer contract changes and engage local groups as necessary.
• Maintain safety, quality and environmental policies on site.

Skills

Site management

People management

Budget monitoring

Programme planning

Stakeholder engagement

Health & safety leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related subject

Tools

CSCS card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Job description

Reference: AW-0678_1784282194

Posted: July 17, 2026

My client is a long established, leading, National Civil Engineering Contractor.

Due to planned growth and an influx of work on a major Civil Engineering Framework covering Wales and the surrounding Counties, they are looking to recruit, a Site Agent.

Initially, the successful individual would be working on Civils, water, wastewater and Meica projects in South Wales.

This is a dedicated framework offering long term continuity of work in the region.

Currently my client would prefer candidates seeking permanent opportunities, but would also consider those considering contract opportunities.

Key Responsibilities for the Site Agent

• Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
• Preparing and monitoring programmes of work
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.
• Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
• Understand and administer contract change.
• Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.
• Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
• Promote and ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.
• Already experienced as a Sub Agent or a Site Agent you will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent, an up‑date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card. A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable.
• You will also have experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor including Highways works, Earthworks and Structures.
• Experienced in people management and motivation of staff.
• A good organiser, both of self and others with the ability to think in advance.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving licence is essential and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our Southern Region. A First Aid at Work qualification would also be desirable.

Requirements

• A degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter
• Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects
• First Aid Trained
• SMSTS

Benefits Package

• Life assurance cover
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and Free on-site parking