Civils Site Agent

  • Elvet Recruitment
  • City, Leeds
  • 07/01/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineer Site Engineer Site Manager Management

Job Description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager on behalf of a civil engineering main contractor to work on projects across West Yorkshire

This large main contractor have been established over 50 years and are a well-known contractor in North of England. They've developed a strong name in Yorkshire having undergone significant regional growth in recent years, they now need a Site Agent to join them. 5 new sites to start shortly in West Yorkshire alongside ongoing work and a full order book for 2026 & most of 2027. Looking like it's going to be a very busy couple of years for them!

Projects: highways, s278 works, deep drainage, public realm / streetworks, flood defence, bridges / structures etc. General Civil Engineering works. Projects 5m- 15m.

Please note: all work is regional, they aim to keep staff within 1 hour of home where possible.

Responsibilities as Agent / Manager:

  • Manage project at all setup & site stages
  • Writing & updating site documentation
  • Cost control with QS
  • Attend & hold meetings on sites with stakeholders
  • Temporary Works management
  • Management of sub-contractors
  • Project & progress reports
  • H&S file updates & audits on site
  • Coordination of site team: General Foremen & Site Engineers
  • Keeping site file up to date regularly

Experience required:

  • Candidates must have proven experience at Site Manager / Site Agent level with a principal contractor on Civil Engineering / Highways projects (values 5m+)
  • Site Engineer background is advantageous
  • Basic knowledge of contract changes, NEC3 / NEC4 desired
  • Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree)
  • Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and Full Driver's License

Remuneration:

A salary of up to 60,000 (dependent upon experience) plus:

  1. Company vehicle or circa. 7k per annum allowance
  2. Fuel card for business milage incl. personal mileage compensation
  3. 28 days + stat annual leave
  4. Up to 9% pension contribution
  5. Medical care
  6. Discretionary bonus
  7. And more

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.