Civil Engineering Site Agent - Highways Lead

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Site Agent for civil engineering projects in the South East. Based in Winchester, you will coordinate technical aspects, procure materials and manage subcontractors to control quality and costs.

The ideal candidate has highways/infrastructure experience, a background as an Agent on projects up to £5–£10m, and strong HSQE knowledge. You will lead engineers, manage client relationships, and drive profitability on projects.

Qualifications

• Experience on highways/infrastructure projects is essential.
• Experience as Site Agent on main civil engineering contractor projects (£5–£10m).
• Good knowledge of HSQE standards and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead a team of engineers and manage interfaces with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to tender & pre-qualification processes as required.
• Plan, programme, set up and run projects with supervision if needed.
• Produce and monitor resource programmes and costings.
• Lead the planning process and manage forecast costs.
• Deliver profitability above tender margins where possible.
• Represent the company with customers, suppliers and the public.
• Develop relationships with customers and employees to support project success.
• Manage risk and opportunities for the company.
• Represent the company on contractual issues as required.
• Mentor employees under supervision and apply knowledge of contracts.

Skills

Highways/Infrastructure experience

Lead a team of engineers

Commercial awareness & cost management

HSQE standards familiarity

Public interface experience

Customer-focused leadership exposure

Experience managing costs, customers &

Education

HNC/HND Civil Engineering or Degree

Job description

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Site Agent for civil engineering projects in the South East. Based in Winchester, you will coordinate technical aspects, procure materials and manage subcontractors to control quality and costs.

The ideal candidate has highways/infrastructure experience, a background as an Agent on projects up to £5–£10m, and strong HSQE knowledge. You will lead engineers, manage client relationships, and drive profitability on projects.