Sub Agent

Randstad CPE; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Section Engineer for night work on major highways projects in the East of England & East Midlands. The role requires managing site operations, ensuring safety and quality control while leading a team on complex projects. This long-term freelance position offers a competitive daily rate and immediate start, catering to individuals with significant experience and qualifications in civil engineering.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience on UK highways projects is essential.
• Experience at Sub Agent level or as a Senior Engineer managing large sections of work.
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage site activities for highway project during night shifts.
• Supervise staff and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Produce and review method statements and risk assessments.

Skills

Project Management

Supervision

Risk Management

Quality Control

Communication

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Section Engineer (Sub Agent Duties) - Highways

Location: Highways Areas 6 & 8 (East of England & East Midlands) Job Type: Long-Term Freelance Contract Shifts: Night Work (7:00 PM - 5:00 AM) Start Date: Immediate Start

Are you an experienced Sub Agent or a Senior Engineer ready to step up, with a strong background in highways and a preference for night work?

We have an urgent requirement for a dedicated and experienced highways professional to take on a key role within a major framework covering Highways Areas 6 & 8. This is a long-term, freelance opportunity offering an immediate start and a consistent run of night work.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing all site activities for a designated section of the highways project during night-time operations.
Supervising and managing site staff, subcontractors, and plant to ensure project delivery.
Producing and reviewing method statements, risk assessments (RAMS), and other critical site paperwork.
Ensuring strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Overseeing quality control and assurance for all works, ensuring compliance with specifications.
Maintaining accurate site records, including daily diaries, progress reports, and as-built information for handover.
Liaising with the client, management, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project progression.
Resolving technical queries and site issues promptly and effectively.Required Skills & Experience:

Proven and extensive experience on UK highways projects is essential.
Must have experience working at a Sub Agent level or as a Senior Engineer managing large, complex sections of work.
Previous experience working night shifts is highly desirable.
A strong understanding of highways specifications, traffic management, and quality standards.
Excellent leadership, communication, and management skills.
Mandatory qualifications: Valid CSCS card and SMSTS.
A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree) is preferred.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual to secure a stable, long-term contract on a major highways framework, with a rate of pay that reflects the Sub Agent level of responsibility.

To apply or for more information about this immediate opportunity, please contact:

Lewis Weir (phone number removed)

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Location:

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 12th 2025

Sector:

Construction

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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