Sub Agent

Abatec Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Civil Engineering Contractor is seeking a Sub Agent for a major Reservoir Project in Portsmouth, valued at £325m and running until 2029. The ideal candidate will possess previous earthworks experience, strong communication skills, and a qualification in Civil Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000, a company vehicle, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle & fuel card

Subsistence offered (£65 per night if living over 100 miles from site)

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a similar position for a Civils contractor.
• Previous earthworks experience.
• Able to meet fixed deadlines and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Produce Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Manage the Site Engineers, resolving technical queries.
• Report to senior management on programme performance.

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Can-do attitude

Education

HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SMSTS

First Aid

CSCS card

Job description

Abatec are excited to be working with a well-known, award winning, Civil Engineering Contractor with a wealth of experience across a broad range of sectors. Our client is looking for a Sub Agent to work on a Major Reservoir Project in Portsmouth with an overall value of 325m running until 2029.

Our client has secured the Earthworks phase on this project and will therefore require a Sub Agent with previous Earthworks experience, who would be confident using excavated soil to raise lower areas and create embankments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business who invest in their staff and are looking to employ driven individuals, who have ambition to progress their career across varied and exciting Civil Engineering schemes.

As Sub Agent you will:

• Produce Risk Assessments and Method Statements, permits etc
• Ensure all quality documentation is completed to company standards
• Manage the Site Engineers, resolving any technical queries, liaising with the main contractor representatives
• Reporting into senior management on programme regarding performance and progress.
• Resolve difficulties and problems which may arise
• Supervising and leading a site team and sub-contractors

Our client requires a Sub Agent with:

• HNC/Degree or in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Experience of working in a similar position for a Civils contractor
• Previous earthworks experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Can-do attitude, able to meet fixed deadlines and manage risk
• SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS card

Salary/Benefits:

• 55,000 - 60,000 per annum
• Company vehicle & fuel card
• Subsistence offered if living over 100 miles from site ( 65 per night)

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Hayley Fisher on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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