Site Agent
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | East Sussex, South Central |
| Sector | Highways & Infrastructure |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Jack James |
| Job Ref | 19569 |
- Description
Overview
Experienced Site Agent needed to run a critical highways and bridge replacement scheme on the A259 over the River Cuckmere. The work is a two-lane bridge replacement (new structure built alongside the existing to keep traffic moving) on a busy coastal route — a high-profile, strategically funded local infrastructure job with main-contractor responsibilities.
Key responsibilities:
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Lead day-to-day on-site delivery: manage site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
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Own health & safety on site: produce and enforce RAMS, method statements, and site safety plans.
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Programme & cost control: prepare and monitor programmes, track costs versus budget and forecast variations.
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Contract management: administer contract changes, manage subcontractor appointments and payments.
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Design coordination & risk control: co-ordinate designers, manage technical queries and resolve site design/interface issues.
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Stakeholder & public liaison: manage local engagement and maintain the client/consultant relationship.
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Mentor and develop junior staff and ensure quality and compliance on all activities.
Qualifications & experience:
Essential
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Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Site Agent on civil/highways schemes (highways, earthworks and structures).
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Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent).
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SMSTS and valid CSCS card.
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Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.
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Strong track record of running programmes and budgets and maintaining accurate site records.
Desirable
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First Aid at Work.
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Experience on bridge or river-crossing projects and working in environmentally sensitive areas (e.g. South Downs National Park).
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
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Life cover (4x salary) and company pension (employer match up to 8%).
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Company car or car allowance.
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy additional).
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Extensive training and clear personal development pathways.
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Cycle-to-work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and benefits platform.
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Free on-site parking, social events and a supportive workplace culture (early finish every Friday).
Ready to run a visible, technical highways and bridge project in East Sussex? Apply now — strong candidates will be fast-tracked for interview.
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