Sub-Agent - Civil Infrastructure Delivery Lead (Wessex)

Kier Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Sub-Agent to support the Environment Agency Collaborative Delivery Framework in the Wessex region (Somerset/Dorset, M4 corridor to Swindon). The role focuses on delivering safe and compliant civil works, maintaining programmes, and driving quality and risk management across assigned packages.

You will work closely with engineering and construction teams, with a 45-hour week and some flexibility. A strong background in civil engineering and NEC contracts is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure works on live projects.
• Strong planning, control, QA and site records understanding.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, change control and risk management.
• Driving licence, CSCS Manager card and SMSTS (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day delivery of work packages, managing supervisors, engineers, subcontractors and resources to meet programme requirements.
• Develop and maintain construction programmes, identify constraints and implement recovery actions.
• Champion a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Manage quality assurance, ensure right-first-time delivery and maintain handover documentation.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities with teams, clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project delivery

NEC contracts

Safety culture

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Kier Group is seeking a Sub-Agent to support the Environment Agency Collaborative Delivery Framework in the Wessex region (Somerset/Dorset, M4 corridor to Swindon). The role focuses on delivering safe and compliant civil works, maintaining programmes, and driving quality and risk management across assigned packages.

You will work closely with engineering and construction teams, with a 45-hour week and some flexibility. A strong background in civil engineering and NEC contracts is essential.