Sub Agent

Randstad Construction and Property; Colney; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property seeks a Sub Agent/Senior Site Engineer to supervise the execution of a major highways infrastructure package in Norfolk. You will lead site teams, manage temporary works, and ensure technical queries are resolved while maintaining robust lookahead programs.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree or HND, active CSCS and SMSTS, and a track record of managing subcontractors on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering required.
• Active CSCS Card and SMSTS certification essential.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods and contract administration.
• Proven capability in temporary works, lookahead programming and supervising subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise and mentor site engineering teams to enable efficient daily execution.
• Oversee temporary works design briefs, inspect designs, and handle technical queries (TQs).
• Develop lookahead programs, track section progress, and create detailed execution plans.

Skills

Civil engineering

Site supervision

Lookahead programming

Temporary works

Subcontractor oversight

CSCS Card

SMSTS

Education

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

About this Role

This Sub Agent position offers an opportunity to join a major Tier 1 contractor delivering a landmark highways infrastructure project in Norfolk. You will oversee the planning, site management, technical execution, and handover of a key section of major road improvement works.

• Manage, supervise, and mentor site engineering teams to enable efficient daily execution.
• Oversee temporary works design briefs, inspect designs, and handle technical queries (TQs).
• Develop lookahead programs, track section progress, and create detailed execution plans.
• Generate Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), manage material approvals, and maintain site records.

About You

You are a Sub Agent or Senior Site Engineer with a strong civil engineering background and proven site supervision capabilities on major infrastructure schemes.

• Hold a Degree or HND in Civil Engineering alongside relevant vocational training.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods and contract administration.
• Hold essential credentials: an active CSCS Card and SMSTS certification.
• Show proven capability in temporary works, lookahead programming, and subcontractor oversight.

About Us

Our client is a global leader in project development and major civil engineering construction, committed to sustainable delivery and an inclusive workplace.

Join a Tier 1 contractor delivering major national infrastructure for key public sector clients.

Benefit from project stability backed by extensive national highways pipelines.

Access flexible working options, comprehensive family-friendly benefits, and ongoing training.

About Your Future

Taking on this key section management role opens direct career pathways into Site Agent and Project Management positions across major UK infrastructure divisions.

Secure a permanent, full-time position backed by major regional infrastructure schemes.

Receive a competitive compensation package paired with 24/7 digital GP service and healthcare support.

Benefit from enhanced family leave policies and structured career development.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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