Civil Site Agent – Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects

BAM UK & Ireland; Wexford; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% pension contribution

Private Health Insurance

Dental Plan

26 days annual leave

Wellbeing days

Maternity & paternity leave

Learning & Development opportunities

Company vehicles

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Site Agent for a civil project in Wexford. You will oversee earthworks, pavement components and road furniture, ensuring contract compliance and safety at all times.

The role emphasizes design reviews, method statements, risk assessments and staff development, with a focus on quality control and team leadership. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package accompany this key site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience supervising earthworks activities.
• Familiarity with highway works specifications and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead, manage and participate in project teams.
• Valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Design review of submissions for earthworks, pavement, road furniture, markings and finishings to ensure it complies with the contract requirements.
• Prepare method statements, inspection and test plans and risk assessments.
• Responsible for the technical development of staff members.
• Review quality of work on all ongoing works.
• Ensure compliance with standards and specifications for pavement design and workmanship.
• Supervision of earthworks, subbase, CBGM and asphalt pavement construction.
• Monitors work on an ongoing basis to ensure accurate testing.
• Review and advise the design team of any modifications needed to the detailed road designs.
• Propose cost effective and innovative solutions to the problems in road/pavement, roadworks and finishing works.
• Prepare estimates and participate in tender reviews as required.
• Manage and price contract variations (continuing variations and improvement works).
• Prepare and issue price enquiries.
• Prepare scoping documentation, seek suppliers / subcontractors, obtain quotations, undertake the technical evaluation, and make recommendations for the procurement of materials and services.
• Communicate with, and attend project progress meetings with the internal site team and clients.
• Liaise with the Construction/Project Manager, client and supplier on technical matters as required.

Job description

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Site Agent for a civil project in Wexford. You will oversee earthworks, pavement components and road furniture, ensuring contract compliance and safety at all times.

The role emphasizes design reviews, method statements, risk assessments and staff development, with a focus on quality control and team leadership. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package accompany this key site role.