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Location: Ipswich
I'm working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure, utilities and highways projects across the UK. They're looking to appoint an experienced Site Agent to take ownership of project delivery ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The project is in Ipswich.
You'll manage both direct and subcontracted teams, oversee resources and budgets, and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading all on-site activities, ensuring safety, quality and productivity are maintained at all times
Overseeing budgets, resources and programmes to deliver projects successfully
Preparing and reviewing RAMS, work package plans and site documentation
Ensuring full compliance with CDM, environmental and quality standards
Promoting best practice in health, safety and wellbeing across site teams
Building and maintaining excellent client and stakeholder relationships
Driving value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentoring and developing site teams to achieve performance and competency standards
About you:
Proven experience managing civil engineering projects - ideally covering infrastructure, highways, utilities, earthworks or structures
Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, CDM regulations and temporary works
Commercially aware, with experience managing cost, risk and programme performance
Strong leadership, communication and people management skills
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Essential: SMSTS and IOSH certification
Desirable: Chartered status, NRSWA Supervisor or Temporary Works qualification
Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
What's on offer:
Salary: 70,000 - 75,000
Company car or car allowance
Pension, private healthcare and 25 days holiday
Employee benefits and wellbeing support
Long-term career development opportunities with a reputable contractor
If you're an experienced Site Agent looking for a new opportunity with a progressive contractor delivering essential civil engineering projects, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Please apply with an updated CV.
