Sub-Agent

Kier Group plc.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Manager based in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire to oversee site operations and ensure project compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering or a related discipline, along with experience in the Water sector. Responsibilities include leading site teams and subcontractors, managing project activities, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. A valid UK Driving Licence is also required.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND/HNC in civil engineering, mechanical, electrical or related discipline.
• Experience in civil engineering or construction environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main technical adviser on a construction site.
• Lead and coordinate day-to-day site operations.
• Manage subcontractors and direct labour.
• Act as the key point of contact for technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with project drawings and industry standards.
• Monitor progress and provide input into project reporting.

Skills

Technical advisory

Leadership

Site management

Performance management

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in civil engineering or related discipline

CSCS and SMSTS Card holder

Job description

Overview

Working from site at Horton‑cum‑Studley site, Oxfordshire and Princess Risborough, Buckinghamshire. Contract: Permanent, Full Time – flexible and part‑time hours may be available if desired, just let us know. Join our NRNN business unit Water business unit. In this role you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the safe and efficient delivery of site operations, ensuring works are executed on time, to budget, and the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will provide critical leadership across site activities, driving construction performance, coordinating site teams and subcontractors, and ensuring alignment with programme objectives and stakeholder expectations across Thames Water’s wastewater infrastructure portfolio in the Thames Valley.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives.
• Leading and coordinating day‑to‑day site operations, ensuring all construction activities are delivered safely, efficiently and according to design specifications.
• Managing subcontractors and direct labour to meet programme milestones, driving performance and accountability across the delivery team.
• Acting as the key point of contact for site‑based technical issues, ensuring timely resolution and escalation where appropriate.
• Ensuring that construction activities comply with project drawings, specifications and industry standards.
• Monitoring progress, recording site data and providing accurate input into project reporting and commercial forecasting.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent in civil engineering, mechanical, electrical or related engineering discipline and a CSCS and SMSTS Card holder.
• Experience within a civil engineering or construction environment and with demonstrable experience in the Water sector.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

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.