Sub Agent: Civil & Marine Construction Lead

Kier Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Sub Agent to join the Royal Dockyard team in Plymouth (Devonport). The role requires guiding a site team within a live MOD facility, managing resources and maintaining safety best practices. Expect regular coordination with engineers, planners and suppliers.

You will operate in a high-stakes environment with strict adherence to risk assessments, method statements and quality processes, and you must pass security-related checks including BPSS before employment.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction, Engineering or Logistics.
• Proven track record in delivering construction, civils or logistics operations.
• SMSTS/SSSTS and CSCS certification at appropriate level.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Good management of teams with commercial awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and mentor team members with focus on safety and quality.
• Monitor delivery against programmes and find solutions to minimize impacts.
• Manage resources including labour, plant, materials and subcontractors for timely delivery.
• Communicate with site management, engineers, planners, suppliers and client representatives.
• Review risk assessments, method statements and quality processes before works commence.

Skills

SMSTS/SSSTS

CSCS certification

Leadership

Communication

Degree in Construction/Engineering

Education

Degree / HND / HNC / NVQ in Construction or Engineering

Job description

Kier Group is seeking a Sub Agent to join the Royal Dockyard team in Plymouth (Devonport). The role requires guiding a site team within a live MOD facility, managing resources and maintaining safety best practices. Expect regular coordination with engineers, planners and suppliers.

You will operate in a high-stakes environment with strict adherence to risk assessments, method statements and quality processes, and you must pass security-related checks including BPSS before employment.