Sub Agent - Marine

VolkerWessels; Leiston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Leiston is seeking a Marine Sub Agent to manage the marine department's operations from project delivery to client relationships. Candidates should have significant experience in heavy civils projects and a degree in civil engineering. Proficiency with AutoCAD and SketchUp is crucial, along with a valid driver's license and CSCS card. Competitive rewards and a safe workplace are offered, promoting inclusivity and respect.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical

Pension

Life assurance

Family-friendly policies

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in jack-up barge operations and vessel operations.
• Experience managing lifting operations as a temporary works supervisor.
• Minimum 3-5 years site experience in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Produce programmes for tracking project progress.
• Maintain drawing registers and support project cost tracking.
• Request task orders for design work.

Skills

Heavy civils projects experience

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in SketchUp

Valid driver's license

CSCS card

SMSTS qualification

Education

Degree/HNC in civil engineering or equivalent

Job description

The Marine Sub Agent / Agent is an integral member of the VolkerTrenchlessSolutions Team; responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the marine department from work winning to project delivery. The role requires professionalism and responsibility, maintaining good relations with clients, designers, site management, subcontractors, suppliers, and the public.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Producing programmes for tracking project progress and ensuring timely delivery.
2. Maintaining drawing registers and supporting project cost tracking.
3. Requesting task orders for design work and assisting with RAMS and paperwork related to hire and sale jobs.
4. Supporting the commercial team with cost evidence and invoice checks.
5. Keeping accurate records and supporting document maintenance in line with QA procedures.
6. Supporting health and safety compliance, including RAMS, COSHH assessments, and ensuring subcontractor standards.

Qualifications and experience required:

1. Previous experience in heavy civils projects, preferably marine sector, including jack-up barge operations, vessel operations, dredging, piling, diving, and steel fabrication.
2. Experience as a temporary works supervisor/coordinator, with the ability to identify and draft temporary works requirements.
3. Experience managing lifting operations; Appointed Person qualification is preferred but not essential.
4. Proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp; degree/HNC in civil engineering or equivalent.
5. Ability to challenge design and manage change events; site-based role with potential offshore work.
6. Valid driver’s license, CSCS card, SMSTS; marine knowledge desirable.
7. Minimum 3-5 years site experience in civil engineering; successful ICE attributes achievement.

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin offers competitive rewards and benefits, including salary, leave, private medical, pension, life assurance, training, and family-friendly policies. We promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace, with mandatory drug and alcohol screening.