Sub-Agent

Kier Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Sub Agent to join the United Utilities Framework based in Eccles, Greater Manchester. You will support the team in delivering projects safely, on schedule, and to required quality standards, coordinating site activities and supervising teams.

The role requires a qualification in civil engineering or construction management, plus demonstrated experience in on-site supervision and coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management, civil engineering, or construction supervision.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations and industry standards.
• Proven ability to coordinate teams, subcontractors and resources on-site.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily site operations; ensure work follows plans, specs, and safety rules.
• Coordinate with engineers, forepersons, and subcontractors for efficient workflow.
• Monitor progress against schedules; identify delays and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks and risk assessments for compliance.
• Support Site Agent in managing resources (labour, materials, equipment) to maximise efficiency.

Skills

Site management

Civil engineering

Construction supervision

Team coordination

Education

Civil engineering/construction management qualification

Job description

We're looking for a Sub Agent to join our United Utilities Framework based in Eccles, Greater Manchester

Location: Eccles, Greater Manchester
Hours: 45 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to assist in the management and delivery of projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the required quality standards. You'll be coordinating site activities, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and health & safety regulations. This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in construction.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Sub Agent, you'll be working within the team, supporting them in delivering successful projects.

Your day to day will include:

• Overseeing daily site operations, ensuring work is carried out according to project plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Coordinating with engineers, forepersons, and subcontractors to ensure efficient workflow
• Monitoring progress against project schedules, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions
• Conducting site inspections, quality checks, and risk assessments to ensure compliance
• Supporting the Site Agent in managing resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, to maximise efficiency

What are we looking for?

This role of Sub Agent is great for you if:

• You have demonstrable experience in site management, civil engineering, or construction supervision
• You hold a qualification in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
• You have a strong understanding of construction methodologies, health & safety regulations, and industry standards
• You have proven experience in coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources on-site
• You hold a Full driving licence and are willing to travel between project sites as required

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.