Job Description
Site Agent / Site Manager
Location: Stratford, East London
Salary: £50,000 £67,000 + package
The Role
A Tier 1 civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager to deliver projects across the Civils and Water sectors within a highly regulated environment. You will take full responsibility for site delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, to specification and with strong commercial performance.
Working closely with the Project Manager, Engineers and Quantity Surveyors, you will lead site teams and subcontractors while maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality and environmental compliance.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day site operations and overall project delivery
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Ensure works are delivered defect-free, on programme and to budget
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Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and supply chain
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Produce and manage RAMS, ITPs, programmes and look-ahead schedules
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Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
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Control costs, manage site records and identify value engineering opportunities
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Chair site meetings and produce accurate progress and cost reports
Requirements
Essential:
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Proven experience as a Site Agent/Site Manager within civil engineering
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Experience delivering projects in regulated environments (e.g. water, infrastructure)
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Strong knowledge of CDM, temporary works, programme and cost control
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Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent
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CSCS, SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely
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Temporary Works Coordinator
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Confined Space training
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Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
Desirable:
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Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts
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Primavera P6 experience
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Chartered or working towards professional accreditation
Package & Benefits
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Competitive salary and pension
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Company vehicle or allowance (role dependent)
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Private medical and life assurance
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Structured career progression and ongoing training
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Flexible benefits and wellbeing support
