Sub Agent

Galliford Try; Banwell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Cycle to Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Job summary

Galliford Try seeks a Sub Agent for the Banwell bypass project in North Somerset. You will assist the Site Agent and Project Manager in safe, efficient delivery, adhering to CDM 2015 and NEC contracts while maintaining programme controls and quality records.

You will supervise a section of works, coordinate with subcontractors, and drive RAMS, PTW, site inductions and QA processes as part of a collaborative site team. A relevant engineering qualification and CSCS card are required.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and CAD; First Aid qualifications desirable.
• Strong understanding of safe working practices, CDM 2015 and NEC contracts, with the ability to interpret drawings, specifications, schedules and programme information.
• Well organised and able to prioritise competing workloads, with experience managing plant and materials and coordinating works information.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day management of the site, including developing and monitoring the programme and coordinating delivery.
• Promoting high standards of health, safety, environment and quality, in line with company procedures and legal requirements.
• Maintaining accurate site records, diaries, reports and project documentation.
• Building positive working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Coordinating and monitoring a section of works, working collaboratively with the site team and supply chain.
• Monitoring progress and performance, providing clear updates to the Project Manager.
• Supporting the effective implementation of RAMS, Permit to Work systems, site inductions and safety briefings.
• Coordinating inspections, audits and reporting requirements across the project.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of the project Quality Assurance (QA) file.

Skills

Microsoft 365

CAD

First Aid

Education

HNC or higher in Engineering

SMSTS

CSCS card

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Sub Agent

Location – Banwell, North Somerset

Purpose of the role:

As a Sub Agent on our £80m Banwell Bypass highways project for North Somerset Council, you’ll work closely with the Site Agent and Project Manager to support the safe, efficient and successful delivery of the works. You’ll help ensure the project meets customer requirements and programme objectives, while maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality, environmental management and cost control.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the day-to-day management of the site, including developing and monitoring the programme and coordinating delivery.
• Promoting high standards of health, safety, environment and quality, in line with company procedures and legal requirements.
• Maintaining accurate site records, diaries, reports and project documentation.
• Building positive working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Coordinating and monitoring a section of works, working collaboratively with the site team and supply chain.
• Monitoring progress and performance, providing clear updates to the Project Manager.
• Supporting the effective implementation of RAMS, Permit to Work systems, site inductions and safety briefings.
• Coordinating inspections, audits and reporting requirements across the project.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of the project Quality Assurance (QA) file.

About you:

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and CAD. TWC and First Aid qualifications are desirable.
• Strong understanding of safe working practices, CDM 2015 and NEC contracts, with the ability to interpret drawings, specifications, schedules and programme information.
• Well organised and able to prioritise competing workloads, with experience managing plant and materials and coordinating works information.
• Confident working collaboratively with site teams, subcontractors, designers and clients, with strong communication, leadership, delegation and problem-solving skills.
• HNC or higher in Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience), SMSTS and a relevant CSCS card.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over £4.3 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our benefits:

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Competitive family leave policy
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

About us:

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

Infrastructure Business

Our Infrastructure business has seen impressive growth over the last few years, securing a number of high-profile projects and places on key frameworks that have cemented our position as a leading player in the infrastructure sector.

We are committed to investing in the success of our people, our business and our partners by consistently exceeding targets and delivering value to our customers through excellence, efficiency and innovation. We ensure that we have a positive impact and lasting legacy on the local environment, society and the communities in which we work.

With a solid foundation, we are poised for continued growth. Our Sustainable Growth Strategy centres on continuing to expand our offering with new and existing customers, with a focus on infrastructure resilience to support the UK’s transition to net zero.

Regional Infrastructure

Our Regional Infrastructure business stream delivers vital infrastructure across the country, connecting communities, improving safety and providing multi modal forms of transport through a regionally focused approach.

We work with regional customers across the UK and have an excellent reputation in the marketplace as a trusted and reliable partner. Our strong portfolio of schemes and key role on nine frameworks provides over 70 customers with direct access to our services.

Additional Information:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, part-time and / or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

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