Sub Agent

Randstad Cpe London; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Cpe London seeks a Sub Agent in Middlesbrough to coordinate civil engineering tasks on site, ensuring correct setting out and adherence to drawings and specs. You will maintain survey gear, support QA processes, and report progress weekly.

The role emphasizes strong HSE compliance, communication with teams, and cost-conscious site management within a contract framework.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering construction methods.
• Proficiency in setting out and interpretation of engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of quality systems and inspection processes.
• Strong awareness of HSE regulations and site compliance.
• Commercial awareness and cost control understanding.

Responsibilities

• Undertake setting out activities from primary control points provided by others.
• Prepare and issue sketches detailing installed setting out information.
• Maintain and calibrate survey equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Ensure works are constructed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Produce weekly measures of completed works and take-offs for material schedules.

Skills

Setting out

Survey equipment handling

Quality control

HSE awareness

Communication & coordination

Job description

Reference: SUBAGE
Type: Contract
Position: Sub Agent
Location: Middlesbrough, England
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary: Inside IR35

Engineering Control

• Undertake setting out activities from primary control points provided by others.
• Prepare and issue sketches detailing installed setting out information.
• Maintain and calibrate survey equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Ensure works are constructed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and tolerances.

2. Quality Assurance

• Produce and maintain accurate as-built drawings and records.
• Complete Quality Check Sheets in accordance with the Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries and progress documentation.
• Ensure works comply with project quality standards and specifications.

3. Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

• Prepare and complete Field Control Sheets.
• Deliver relevant site briefings, including task briefings and toolbox talks.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Identify hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure safe systems of work are followed.

4. Productivity & Programme

• Measure actual materials used and compare against theoretical quantities.
• Work to the weekly programme prepared by others and record progress achieved.
• Identify delays or productivity issues and escalare where necessary.
• Support continuous improvement in site efficiency.

5. Commercial Responsibilities

• Produce weekly measures of completed works.
• Undertake accurate take-offs and prepare material schedules.
• Understand and identify additional (variation) works outside the original scope.
• Assist in maintaining cost control within the allocated section.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering construction methods.
• Proficiency in setting out and interpretation of engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of quality systems and inspection processes.
• Strong awareness of HSE regulations and site compliance.
• Commercial awareness and cost control understanding.
• Effective communication and team coordination skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.