Site Agent

Location: Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire/Northamptonshire/ South Lincolnshire

We are now on the lookout for a Site Agent in our Eastern Region to work on Flood Defence schemes, Navigation structures and Highways/ Road schemes covering Cambridge, Northampton, Bedfordshire and South Lincoln.

Key Responsibilities

Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.
Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.
Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.
Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
Manage design co-ordination.
Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.
Foster good relations and reputation with clients.
Understand and administer contract change.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process.

Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance on 01473 238300.

Skills Required

Already experienced as a Site Agent you will have experience in heavy civils schemes with a main contractor working on either flood defence, structures or Highways/ road schemes
You will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent and an up-to-date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card
A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK
You will have experience in the UK civils sector, working with the NEC form of contract. You must also have a relevant industry qualification (SMSTS or equivalent). You will have significant main contractor civils experience including Earthworks, Drainage and flood defences.

Benefits Package

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
Company car or car allowance
Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
Extensive training programmes
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee benefits platform
Cycle-to-work scheme
A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
The Great Escape – leaving early every Friday

APPLY

Please send us your CV and a covering letter

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.