Site Agent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a tier one civil engineering contractor with long-term secured work across major UK infrastructure projects. We're seeking an experienced Site Agent to deliver high-quality civil engineering projects in the water and utilities sectors.

If you're a Site Agent looking for job security, career progression, and the chance to be part of high-impact infrastructure works – this could be the role for you.

Key Responsibilities – Site Agent

• Lead delivery of major civil engineering packages (initially on a bridge and sewer remediation scheme)

• Manage site teams including Sub Agents, Engineers, and Foremen

• Oversee temporary works schemes from planning to execution

• Ensure RAMS, ITPs, permits, consents, and stakeholder approvals are in place

• Maintain construction programme, provide updates, and manage short-term lookaheads

• Deliver works safely, on time, to spec and budget, ensuring zero defects and environmental incidents

• Collaborate with commercial, planning, and project control teams

• Attend and lead client meetings, fostering positive working relationships

• Maintain and manage project cost plan

• Identify and manage variations, risks, and opportunities for value engineering

What We’re Looking For – Site Agent

• Strong background as a Site Agent in civil engineering (water/utilities)

• HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

• SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely

• CSCS card (essential)

• Temporary Works Co-ordinator (preferred)

• Excellent leadership, communication, and planning skills

• Experience working with NEC or JCT contracts

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive salary + company car/van or car allowance

• Private medical insurance & life assurance

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Ongoing training and leadership development

• Annual salary reviews and career progression

• Wellbeing and employee assistance support

• Work on major long-term UK infrastructure frameworks

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Site Agent ready to take the next step with a stable and supportive tier one contractor. If you’re a Site Agent looking for your next challenge – apply today and let’s chat.