Senior Site Agent
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | Suffolk, East Anglia |
| Sector | Highways & Infrastructure |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Jack James |
| Job Ref | 19066 |
- Description
A Senior Site Agent is required to join a leading main contractor on a major highways project in Suffolk. This role will involve managing a 3.2km new carriageway scheme, including significant earthworks, structures, and highways works.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee and manage a section of works, supervising site teams and subcontractors.
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Plan, coordinate, and monitor progress to ensure project milestones are met.
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Take full ownership of costs, working closely with the commercial team.
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Ensure scope changes (operations, commercial, programme, or design) are properly managed.
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Conduct risk assessments, ensure strict quality control, and maintain health & safety compliance.
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Work with designers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
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Attend project meetings and provide progress reports to the Project Manager.
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Ensure accurate record-keeping, including site diaries, material orders, and reconciliations.
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Lead and mentor site engineers and junior staff to maintain high performance.
About You:
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Experienced Senior Site Agent in civil engineering or highways projects.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple work packages.
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Proficient in reading technical drawings, specifications, and schedules.
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Good knowledge of CDM 2015, NEC contracts, and cost management.
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HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and relevant CSCS card.
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SMSTS certification and experience with Office 365 and CAD.
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Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) and First Aid qualifications are desirable.
What’s on Offer:
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Opportunity to work for a leading main contractor on a high-profile UK infrastructure project.
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Competitive salary with generous holiday entitlement.
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Pension plan, private medical options, and employee assistance programme.
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Professional development, training, and career progression opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Site Agent looking to take the next step in their career with a main contractor delivering major UK infrastructure projects.
Interested? Apply today!
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