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Position: Site Agent Highways & Civil Works
Employment Model: 16-month Fixed Term Contract (PAYE)
Location: Heaton, Newcastle
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (negotiable)
Benefits:
Pension Scheme with up to 10% contribution
Life Assurance at x4 basic salary
25 days annual leave + Public Holidays
Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
Hybrid Working Scheme (depending on the role)
Fully funded Professional Qualification opportunities
Ongoing personal and professional development
Employee discounts on car leasing, holidays, restaurants and more
The Company: Our client is a major player in UK Civil Engineering & Infrastructure, supporting a wide range of highway and civil works projects. From junction improvements to surfacing, drainage, and pedestrian infrastructure, they deliver high-quality, sustainable construction solutions across the country.
The Role: As Site Agent, youll be responsible for the safe, efficient delivery of highway and civil works, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring all works are completed to high standards of safety, quality and cost efficiency. Youll lead site teams, manage subcontractors, control budgets and ensure strict compliance with industry and company procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, motivate and manage site teams and subcontractors
Promote and enforce health and safety standards (zero tolerance to unsafe acts)
Manage resources, programmes, labour and materials
Deliver projects within time, budget and specification
Maintain strong client communication and satisfaction
Ensure site records, reports, and safety documentation are accurate and up to date
Encourage continuous improvement and staff development
Requirements:
ONC/HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction
Full clean driving licence
CSCS Professionally Qualified
SMSTS / IOSH certified
Strong experience in highway construction and maintenance
Commercial and contractual awareness
Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
Interested?
Please email Adam Calderwood with an up-to-date copy of your CV to apply.
