Site Agent

  • Girling Jones Ltd
  • Shirehampton, Bristol
  • 12/03/2026
Full time Construction Civil Engineer

Job Description

The Company

We re working with a highly respected civil engineering contractor with a strong presence across the South West. Well established but continuing to grow, the business delivers a steady pipeline of highways and infrastructure projects through long-term frameworks and repeat client partnerships.

Their work focuses on highways structures and reinforced concrete schemes, including bridges, retaining walls, culverts, parapets and associated highway assets. Projects are typically small to medium in value and delivered across the region south of Bristol.

Known for their technical expertise, collaborative approach and consistently high standards, they ve built a strong reputation for delivering safe, reliable and high-quality infrastructure projects.

With a secure pipeline of framework work ahead, they are now looking to strengthen their Bristol team with the appointment of an experienced Site Agent.

The Role

As Site Agent, you ll take ownership of multiple highways structures and RC schemes, leading site operations and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with client and framework expectations. You ll act as the key link between the client, subcontractors and internal delivery teams.

Key responsibilities will include:
  • Chairing and attending client and site progress meetings
  • Managing and coordinating subcontractors and supply chain partners
  • Leading, supervising and supporting site teams
  • Short-term planning and look-ahead programming
  • Preparing, reviewing and approving RAMS
  • Interpreting drawings, specifications and construction details
  • Managing site quality assurance and health & safety standards
  • Ensuring all activities comply with framework, project and company procedures
The Ideal Candidate

We re looking for a motivated and capable Site Agent with strong civil engineering experience, particularly within highways structures frameworks.

You ll bring:
  • A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience working for a civil engineering main contractor
  • Proven delivery experience on highways structures and reinforced concrete schemes
  • Experience working within highways or structures frameworks
  • A commercially aware, solutions-focused mindset
  • Strong leadership, coordination and communication skills
  • A detail-driven approach to safety, quality and programme delivery
What s In It For You?

You ll be joining a professional and well-established contractor that genuinely invests in its people and provides a supportive working environment.

The package includes:
  • Competitive salary
  • Company vehicle or car allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • 26 days annual leave
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • A supportive, collaborative and welcoming team culture
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