Site Agent

https://vacancies.linearrecruitment.co.uk/job-search/1320-site-agent/power-utilities/east-london/job2025-04-16 14:00:132026-05-24 Linear Recruitment
Job Type Permanent
Area East London, London East London London
Sector Power & Utilities
Salary Competitive
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Jack James
Job Ref 19082
Description

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.

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