Sub Agent

Fawkes & Reece; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced Sub Agent for a long-term freelance opportunity in Eastbourne. You will manage and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring safe and efficient delivery of a key regeneration project. The ideal candidate has proven experience in highways or infrastructure and a strong understanding of NEC contracts, along with relevant certifications. This position offers £375 per day and the chance to impact a high-profile project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sub Agent on highways, public realm, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate subcontractors and direct workforce on site.
• Support the Agent / Project Manager with programme delivery.
• Ensure works are delivered safely and in accordance with company procedures.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS (Black or Gold card preferred)

First Aid at Work

Job description

Job Title: Sub Agent
Location: Eastbourne (High Street Regeneration Project)
Rate: £375 per day (LTD or CIS)
Contract Type: Freelance
Duration: Long-term
Working Pattern: 5 days per week on site

About the Role

A leading Tier 1 contractor is seeking an experienced Sub Agent to support delivery of a major high street regeneration scheme in Eastbourne. This is a long-term freelance opportunity for a proactive and technically strong individual who thrives in a site-based environment and is confident managing packages from inception through to completion.

The role will involve taking ownership of key elements of the works, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery in line with programme and commercial targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating subcontractors and direct workforce on site
• Supporting the Agent / Project Manager with programme delivery and reporting
• Ensuring works are delivered safely and in accordance with company procedures
• Reviewing and implementing RAMS and ensuring compliance on site
• Monitoring progress against programme and driving productivity
• Liaising with stakeholders including local authorities, utilities, and the public
• Managing quality assurance processes and documentation
• Assisting with cost control, variations, and record keeping
• Producing short-term programmes and lookahead plans

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Sub Agent on highways, public realm, or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts
• SMSTS
• CSCS (Black or Gold card preferred)
• First Aid at Work
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts in a live public environment

What's on Offer

• £375 per day (LTD or CIS)
• Long-term freelance engagement
• 5 days per week on site
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile town centre regeneration project