Sub Agent

Morson Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm seeks a Sub Agent to join their Tunnels team in Birmingham. In this role, you will assist with construction strategies, manage site engineering teams, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have an HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering, strong teamworking skills, and practical experience in site engineering. A full UK driver's license is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of site engineering activities.
• Previous experience in quality assurance and geotechnical management preferred.
• Must hold a full UK driver's license and have access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction strategy and preparation of pre-commencement documentation.
• Liaise with Agent and Section Foreman to allocate resources.
• Manage the site engineering team and ensure compliance with SHEQ standards.

Skills

Site engineering activities

Construction supervision

Teamworking skills

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering

Tools

SMSTS qualification

Valid CSCS card

Job description

Our client is a joint venture that brings together international, market-leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial, and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe s latest high-speed rail projects.

We are seeking to recruit a Sub Agent to join our client s Tunnels team in the Greatworth to Southam Area.

As a Sub Agent, you will assist with the construction strategy, including kick-off meetings and the preparation of pre-commencement documentation such as Method Statements, Environmental and Quality Plans, Construction Programmes, Procurement, and Design Deliverable Schedules.

You will liaise with the Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant, materials, and temporary works to carry out activities to the required standards, programme, and budget. The Sub Agent will also manage the site engineering team and be responsible for the performance and development of Site and Section Engineers. A key part of this role involves assisting with the coordination of construction operations, ensuring they conform to contract requirements and meet safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) standards.

This position will also assist in producing programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans, and contribute to financial forecasting, site measurement, material reconciliations, and cost control.

About The Candidate
Key Skills and Qualifications:

HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent.

Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of site engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.

Previous experience in quality assurance and geotechnical management is preferred.

Strong teamworking skills.

Must hold a full UK driver s licence and have access to your own vehicle.

SMSTS qualification.

Valid CSCS card Black, Gold, White, White/Yellow, Red Experienced, or Red Provisional (6 months).