Water Sector Site Supervisor & Sub Agent

Urban Connect; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Connect is seeking a Supervisor / Sub Agent to join a leading Tier One contractor on major water sector projects in Manchester and surrounding areas. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring proactive leadership, programme delivery and subcontractor coordination.

You will own on-site works, drive the programme, manage subcontractors, and ensure safe, quality delivery in line with RAMS and project specs. Previous civils/infrastructure experience and CSCS/SMSTS are desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Supervisor, Sub Agent or similar on major civils/infrastructure projects.
• Strong subcontractor management and coordination skills.
• The confidence and initiative to push the programme and challenge where required.
• Good understanding of site paperwork, RAMS and construction processes.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently.
• Experience working for a Tier One contractor or on major infrastructure projects would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day site activities.
• Proactively drive the programme and ensure works remain on schedule.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring productivity and quality.
• Liaise with Site Managers, Project Managers and the wider delivery team.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with RAMS, specifications and project requirements.
• Complete and maintain relevant site paperwork and records.
• Identify issues early and take a proactive approach to resolving them.
• Monitor progress, productivity and quality of works.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental standards are maintained at all times.

Skills

Site supervision

Subcontractor management

RAMS & paperwork

On-site coordination

Health & safety

Education

CSCS / SMSTS (Construction Skills)

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

Lifting / Appointed Person

Job description

Urban Connect is seeking a Supervisor / Sub Agent to join a leading Tier One contractor on major water sector projects in Manchester and surrounding areas. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring proactive leadership, programme delivery and subcontractor coordination.

You will own on-site works, drive the programme, manage subcontractors, and ensure safe, quality delivery in line with RAMS and project specs. Previous civils/infrastructure experience and CSCS/SMSTS are desirable.