Belcan
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Senior Site Agent / Project Engineer Location: St Albans Contract Duration: 12 Months (with strong likelihood of extension) Day Rate: 400 - 450 per day (IR35 determination to be confirmed during the application process) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Agent / Project Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in St Albans. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading project delivery, managing supply chain partners, driving programme performance, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and commercial control throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Communicate and collaborate effectively with key alliance partners, clients, designers, and subcontractors. Organise and manage systems of work within the allocated discipline, ensuring efficient delivery through the relevant supply chain. Develop project programmes and budget forecasts alongside senior project leadership, monitoring productivity and programme performance against targets. Manage subcontractor performance, contractual obligations, and account measurement in collaboration with the commercial team. Ensure labour, plant, and material resources are specified, procured, and available in a timely manner to support programme delivery. Monitor planned versus actual resource utilisation and contribute to weekly and monthly project reporting. Produce and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and on schedule. Take ownership of project quality assurance and quality control processes, including successful project handover to the client. Notify Quality Assurance teams of any non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Teams to manage change events, early warnings, risks, opportunities, and commercial issues. Develop mitigation and recovery plans where project risks threaten programme or budget performance. Manage project budgets, including regular Bottom-Up Forecasting and change management activities. Ensure comprehensive records are maintained for additional works, resources utilised, delivery tickets, and project costs. Champion a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture across all areas of responsibility. Maintain accurate and detailed daily site records, including variations, subcontractor attendance, and key stakeholder communications. Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop Site Engineers and Assistant Engineers, ensuring strong engineering control and accurate project records. Review performance, training, and development requirements of direct reports on a regular basis. Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, industry regulations, company policies, and project procedures. Essential Requirements Civil Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent) SMSTS Certification Relevant CSCS Card CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) Full UK Driving Licence Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction methodologies Extensive technical knowledge of civil engineering and construction best practices Working knowledge of construction contract law and forms of contract Excellent planning, budgeting, and forecasting experience Strong leadership and people management capabilities Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills Comprehensive understanding of health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be a confident and commercially aware civil engineering professional with a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects. They will possess excellent leadership skills, strong technical expertise, and a proactive approach to managing programme performance, project risks, quality standards, and stakeholder relationships. This opportunity is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and is passionate about delivering successful outcomes safely, on time, and within budget. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Senior Site Agent / Project Engineer Location: St Albans Contract Duration: 12 Months (with strong likelihood of extension) Day Rate: 400 - 450 per day (IR35 determination to be confirmed during the application process) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Agent / Project Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in St Albans. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading project delivery, managing supply chain partners, driving programme performance, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and commercial control throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Communicate and collaborate effectively with key alliance partners, clients, designers, and subcontractors. Organise and manage systems of work within the allocated discipline, ensuring efficient delivery through the relevant supply chain. Develop project programmes and budget forecasts alongside senior project leadership, monitoring productivity and programme performance against targets. Manage subcontractor performance, contractual obligations, and account measurement in collaboration with the commercial team. Ensure labour, plant, and material resources are specified, procured, and available in a timely manner to support programme delivery. Monitor planned versus actual resource utilisation and contribute to weekly and monthly project reporting. Produce and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and on schedule. Take ownership of project quality assurance and quality control processes, including successful project handover to the client. Notify Quality Assurance teams of any non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Teams to manage change events, early warnings, risks, opportunities, and commercial issues. Develop mitigation and recovery plans where project risks threaten programme or budget performance. Manage project budgets, including regular Bottom-Up Forecasting and change management activities. Ensure comprehensive records are maintained for additional works, resources utilised, delivery tickets, and project costs. Champion a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture across all areas of responsibility. Maintain accurate and detailed daily site records, including variations, subcontractor attendance, and key stakeholder communications. Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop Site Engineers and Assistant Engineers, ensuring strong engineering control and accurate project records. Review performance, training, and development requirements of direct reports on a regular basis. Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, industry regulations, company policies, and project procedures. Essential Requirements Civil Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent) SMSTS Certification Relevant CSCS Card CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) Full UK Driving Licence Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction methodologies Extensive technical knowledge of civil engineering and construction best practices Working knowledge of construction contract law and forms of contract Excellent planning, budgeting, and forecasting experience Strong leadership and people management capabilities Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills Comprehensive understanding of health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be a confident and commercially aware civil engineering professional with a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects. They will possess excellent leadership skills, strong technical expertise, and a proactive approach to managing programme performance, project risks, quality standards, and stakeholder relationships. This opportunity is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and is passionate about delivering successful outcomes safely, on time, and within budget. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Belcan
Heywood, Wiltshire
Quality Inspector A leading civil infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for a contract opportunity within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry. This Quality Inspector role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in site inspections, quality assurance, and supporting project teams to achieve a right-first-time culture across major construction works. Role Overview As a Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for independently inspecting construction activities, promoting quality standards across site operations, and providing coaching and guidance to delivery teams. You will act as a key point of contact for quality-related matters, ensuring works are completed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and inspection requirements. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry, supporting quality compliance across a diverse range of construction activities. Contract Details Position: Quality Inspector Engagement Type: 12 month contract inside IR35 Industry: Civil Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure Location: Heywood. Greater Manchester Working Arrangement: Site-based Responsibilities Carry out independent inspections of works in progress and upon completion. Promote a strong quality culture through on-site coaching, mentoring, and training. Review completed works against approved detailed designs and project specifications. Act as a focal point for quality-related issues and support effective resolution. Liaise with delivery teams and subcontractors to ensure full understanding of quality assurance requirements. Represent the quality function during shift briefings, planning meetings, and site coordination activities. Escalate non-conformances and quality concerns to senior quality personnel. Assist in the preparation and management of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs). Ensure inspection hold points are adhered to and all quality documentation is completed accurately and on time. Support Quality Engineers with site surveillance activities and quality audits. Contribute to successful project handovers through effective documentation and records management. Requirements Experience working on civil engineering projects. Knowledge of construction activities such as precast concrete, piling, earthworks, and surfacing. Strong experience carrying out site inspections against approved detailed designs. Proven experience managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs). Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Relevant CSCS Card. Quality-related site training or practical quality assurance experience. Why this role is interesting Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining quality standards on significant construction projects. High level of site involvement with direct influence on project quality performance. Collaborative position working alongside quality, engineering, and delivery teams. Exposure to a broad range of activities within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry. Chance to support continuous improvement and drive a right-first-time culture. Contract role offering involvement in challenging and technically complex works in the UK, with further opportunities across the UK infrastructure sector. Opportunity to work closely with experienced project and quality professionals in the UK construction market. Application Instructions If you are an experienced Quality Inspector with a background in civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure projects and are seeking your next contract opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your relevant quality inspection experience, certifications, and major project involvement. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Quality Inspector A leading civil infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for a contract opportunity within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry. This Quality Inspector role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in site inspections, quality assurance, and supporting project teams to achieve a right-first-time culture across major construction works. Role Overview As a Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for independently inspecting construction activities, promoting quality standards across site operations, and providing coaching and guidance to delivery teams. You will act as a key point of contact for quality-related matters, ensuring works are completed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and inspection requirements. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry, supporting quality compliance across a diverse range of construction activities. Contract Details Position: Quality Inspector Engagement Type: 12 month contract inside IR35 Industry: Civil Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure Location: Heywood. Greater Manchester Working Arrangement: Site-based Responsibilities Carry out independent inspections of works in progress and upon completion. Promote a strong quality culture through on-site coaching, mentoring, and training. Review completed works against approved detailed designs and project specifications. Act as a focal point for quality-related issues and support effective resolution. Liaise with delivery teams and subcontractors to ensure full understanding of quality assurance requirements. Represent the quality function during shift briefings, planning meetings, and site coordination activities. Escalate non-conformances and quality concerns to senior quality personnel. Assist in the preparation and management of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs). Ensure inspection hold points are adhered to and all quality documentation is completed accurately and on time. Support Quality Engineers with site surveillance activities and quality audits. Contribute to successful project handovers through effective documentation and records management. Requirements Experience working on civil engineering projects. Knowledge of construction activities such as precast concrete, piling, earthworks, and surfacing. Strong experience carrying out site inspections against approved detailed designs. Proven experience managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs). Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Relevant CSCS Card. Quality-related site training or practical quality assurance experience. Why this role is interesting Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining quality standards on significant construction projects. High level of site involvement with direct influence on project quality performance. Collaborative position working alongside quality, engineering, and delivery teams. Exposure to a broad range of activities within the civil engineering and infrastructure industry. Chance to support continuous improvement and drive a right-first-time culture. Contract role offering involvement in challenging and technically complex works in the UK, with further opportunities across the UK infrastructure sector. Opportunity to work closely with experienced project and quality professionals in the UK construction market. Application Instructions If you are an experienced Quality Inspector with a background in civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure projects and are seeking your next contract opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your relevant quality inspection experience, certifications, and major project involvement. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan