Sub Agent – Rail & Track

Ferrovial; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial BAM JV has a strong track record in UK rail infrastructure and is recruiting a Sub Agent – Rail & Track to support HS2 track works and related projects.

The role requires proven site supervision, subcontractor management, and cost/control capabilities, with a focus on safety, quality and delivery in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Experience on HS2 or major UK rail projects.
• Evidence of practical contractual knowledge and cost control.
• Experience managing subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationships.
• Civil engineering expertise on site at Section Engineer level.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, quality and environmental standards and set personal example.
• Assist the Agent with cost management and programme preparation.
• Mentor site engineers for project records.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and temporary works.
• Maintain a site diary and deliver daily briefings.

Skills

HS2 experience

Contractual knowledge

Cost-conscious environment

People management

Subcontractor management

CSCS card

Communication skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Computer literacy

ICE/IEng membership (desirable)

Education

Institution of Civil Engineers membership or equivalent (desirable)

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence:Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Sub Agent – Rail & Track

Ferrovial BAM JV has a strong track record of delivering major UK infrastructure projects and is now responsible for the track infrastructure across the full HS2 route.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow company policies and procedures, including method statements, risk assessments and briefings, while setting a strong personal example in health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Support the Agent with cost management processes and programme preparation as required.
• Mentor site engineers to maintain strong engineering control and accurate project records.
• Work with commercial teams to ensure measurement and payment records are prepared accurately and on time.
• Work with the Agent to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works designs.
• Inform the Agent of any potential commercial or contractual risks.
• Manage material orders and supplier relationships to ensure required materials are delivered on time.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure services are delivered effectively and in line with company policies.
• Promote company values in all interactions with employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.
• Prepare and deliver daily activity briefings and maintain a regular site diary with relevant updates.

Key skills and experience

• Previous experience working on HS2 or other major UK rail infrastructure projects (Desirable)
• Developing commercial and contractual knowledge, with evidence of practical application.
• Experience of working in a cost-conscious environment
• Good people management experience
• Experience in managing subcontractors
• Valid CSCS card
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across clients, stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Technical knowledge of civil engineering, supported by relevant project experience, with proven experience at Section Engineer level on site across both civil engineering and utilities projects.
• Computer literacy
• Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or equivalent (desirable)

*Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

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