Senior Site Agent

https://vacancies.linearrecruitment.co.uk/1302-senior-site-agent/highways-infrastructure/suffolk/job2025-04-02 14:00:122025-07-07 Linear Recruitment
Job Type Permanent
Area Suffolk, East Anglia 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:

  • Oversee and manage a section of works, supervising site teams and subcontractors.

  • Plan, coordinate, and monitor progress to ensure project milestones are met.

  • Take full ownership of costs, working closely with the commercial team.

  • Ensure scope changes (operations, commercial, programme, or design) are properly managed.

  • Conduct risk assessments, ensure strict quality control, and maintain health & safety compliance.

  • Work with designers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.

  • Attend project meetings and provide progress reports to the Project Manager.

  • Ensure accurate record-keeping, including site diaries, material orders, and reconciliations.

  • Lead and mentor site engineers and junior staff to maintain high performance.

About You:

  • Experienced Senior Site Agent in civil engineering or highways projects.

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple work packages.

  • Proficient in reading technical drawings, specifications, and schedules.

  • Good knowledge of CDM 2015, NEC contracts, and cost management.

  • HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and relevant CSCS card.

  • SMSTS certification and experience with Office 365 and CAD.

  • Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) and First Aid qualifications are desirable.

What’s on Offer:

  • Opportunity to work for a leading main contractor on a high-profile UK infrastructure project.

  • Competitive salary with generous holiday entitlement.

  • Pension plan, private medical options, and employee assistance programme.

  • 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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