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Job Title: Site Agent Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire Day Rate: £(Apply online only)/day Our client is looking to employ a freelance Site Agent for a AMP 8 major infrastructure project in the Basingstoke area. You will assist the Senior Agent in managing the initial ECI phase into delivery and handover, ensuring that they are completed in the most effective manner; maintaining customer satisfaction and without compromising health and safety or environmental factors. You will report directly to the Senior Agent on site, and your duties will include: Assisting with the Project Management strategy. Assisting in the production of lookahead programmes; reporting on these to key stakeholders and producing progress reports. Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers. Liaising with site management on design and procurement issues. Assisting in the preparation of the construction completion and take-over documentation. Taking all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality. Technical coordination between engineering and supply chain partners. Challenging all stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation, doing something differently, and improving working practices to realize opportunities and minimize risk both to safety and commercial performance. Working closely with Quantity Surveyor to generate cost plans, input commitments, and monitor project out-turn costs, reporting any variations to the PM and assisting in the preparation of mitigation plans. Managing a team of engineers and site-based managers About The Candidate: At least 3 years experience as a Site Agent Experience of delivering NEC3 contracts Experience with the EA's SHEW CoP Experience creating CPP's under CDM 2015 regulations Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction-related discipline Previous experience within Heavy Civils is a necessity; preferably environmental or water treatment experience (infra or non-infra) CSCS Card SMSTS Preferable

Our client Scottish Power Transmissions are currently recruiting for a Site Manager to join their team based at one of their sites in Edinburgh, the Borders or Fife on a contract basis initially. Ideally for this role they are looking for an experienced Site Manager with a Civils background. For more information on this role see below: Job Purpose Statement The Site Manager role is a pivotal role within the SPT Business with the responsibility for managing Construction outputs during the delivery phase of projects in the Edinburgh and East Lothian area. Accountability Statements - Lead the on-site management and delivery of contracted works packages. Manage the works acting as Principal Contractor to ensure regulatory compliance with Health & Safety Law and CDM regulations 2015. - Ensure Constructability and working methods are interpreted and aligned with Engineering Design scope, drawings, and standards, providing technical expertise and management of work packages. - Drive the commercial management and administration of each work package including measuring & monitoring of time and cost against agreed delivery strategy. - Manage contracted works and collaborate with Transmission Planning and Operational teams to establish safe work practices and minimise the impact on the high voltage system. - Establish and ensure robust Contractor & Supplier quality management systems are created and monitored to ensure compliance with contract budget and increase the whole life asset whilst reducing OPEX. - Ensure all Environmental Regulatory requirements are planned and managed through the contractor supply chain. - Ensure Customer and Stakeholder engagement is focussed with regular planning and reporting updates. - Drive agreed OFGEM regulatory targets for Sustainability and Biodiversity. Dimensions - Working remotely with a high degree of autonomy in challenging environments. - Directing and controlling the agreed Project Delivery Strategy reporting on contractor performance. - Collaborate with Operational staff, Design Teams, Project Managers, Construction Managers to plan and monitor the works. - Responsible for managing contracted works with agreed Planning and Environmental licence. - Flexible approach to working durations to meet the requirements of an external contracted workforce whilst holding the duty Principal Contractor role. - Regular liaison with regulatory bodies and all stakeholders - Organise and coordinate Transmission operations to meet operational requirements in line with agreed system outages. - Working environments - Flexible approach in line with project requirements, shift patterns, remote locations and out of hours working. - Matrix reporting to Construction Manager, Project Manager and Lead Construction Manager. - Structured and consistent engagement with Construction Manager, Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Engineering and HSQE Advisors. Skills, Knowledge & Experience - Significant experience in managing transmission construction projects. - Ability to understand civil and structural design drawings and all inspection and testing regimes associated. - Ability to implement quality assurance and environmental processes - Skilled in the use of PC & Microsoft Software Applications for planning and organising works, Power Points, Word, Excel, Project and able to use digital forms of communication TEAMS. - Primary proven knowledge and experience of specification, design, maintenance, construction, and commissioning of civil works within the confines of a Transmission substation environment. - Excellent negotiation and influencing skills. - Strong leadership & planning skills. - Extensive experience and knowledge in all current Health and Safety legislation & understand CDM 2015 regs & duty holder roles, most notably in delivering the Principal Contractor role. - Proven ability to lead and work in a team and contractor's environment. - In addition, have experience in the application and compliance with GS6, HSG47, and Temporary works. - Maintain good working relationships. - Have a proactive and flexible approach and provide a high degree of autonomy during the delivery phase of the project. Planning & Organising - Manage, and monitor CAPEX milestones to ensure regulatory outputs are attained. - Ensure system access with regular collaboration and scheduling with Transmission Planners. - Ensure planning meetings with contractors and internal / external stakeholders are held, and all activities are adequately coordinated. - Create a safety culture to achieve SP Energy Networks safety performance targets by ensuring Compliance with the Contractors Safety Performance Requirements and monitoring KPIs. - Plan, Manage and monitor the Contractors Quality Performance Requirements to contribute towards OPEX reduction. - Plan and Manage Environmental regulatory and legal compliance to reduce waste and Carbon emission outputs. - Management, plan and organise high value material supply chain products Internal and External Relationships Internal - Collaborate with and influence HSQE functions, Engineering, Transmission operations and Project Delivery team. - Quality Dept - Input and develop further lessons learnt within the project delivery team to identify improvements on future projects. - Maintain close relationship with the logistics team to organise and align key milestone deliveries. - Estates and planning - influence and coordinate access and egress to landowner's property. - Ability to proactively liaise & interface with SPEN transmission operational staff and Senior Authorised Person(s). - Provide support to the Community Relations team in relation to the projects with all stakeholders. External - Liaison with Regulatory bodies, Local Authorities, SEPA, Public, Landowners, Developers, Highways authorities. - Work closely with Contractors and proactively maintain good working relationships - Civil, Electrical, OHL and Cables - Landowners - negotiate and agree access and egress to landowner's property - Direct point of contact at site level for local authorities, agencies, and the public. - Work collaboratively and positively with contractors to help build positive relationships creating an inclusive team working atmosphere. Special Requirements (not mandatory) - SP Energy Networks authorisations COMP & APSA Transmission Voltage - First Aid - Requirement to work outdoors in all weather conditions Minimum Criteria (mandatory) Criteria - Preferred HND in Engineering or Construction equivalent site management experience in the Power sector. - Excellent IT skills. - Full UK driving licence - Current five-day SMSTS qualification or equivalent

We're recruiting on behalf of a well established contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality civils, earthworks and groundworks projects across the North West. With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that values its people and invests in long term careers. You'll take ownership of multiple projects typically ranging from £500,000 to £1 million ensuring they are delivered safely on time and within budget to the highest standards. The Role As Contracts Manager you'll oversee several live projects across the North West working closely with clients, Project Managers, the commercial team and subcontractors to ensure successful delivery from start to finish. Your responsibilities will include: Managing multiple civils and groundworks projects simultaneously. Leading and supporting Project Managers and site teams. Ensuring projects are delivered safely on programme and within budget. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Monitoring project performance, quality and commercial objectives. Working closely with the commercial team on variations, costs and final accounts. Chairing progress meetings and providing updates to senior management. Identifying risks and implementing solutions to keep projects on track. Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality across all sites. About You We're looking for someone who has: Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the civil engineering and earthworks sector. Experience delivering projects valued between £500k and £1m. Strong knowledge of drainage, foundations, roads, reinforced concrete and external works. Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Commercial awareness with experience working alongside Quantity Surveyors. A proactive, solutions-focused approach. SMSTS, CSCS and a full UK Driving Licence. What's On Offer Competitive salary. Company car or car allowance. Pension scheme. Generous annual leave entitlement. Ongoing training and professional development. Genuine opportunities for career progression. The chance to work on a variety of exciting projects across the North West. Join a supportive, ambitious team where your experience and ideas will be valued. If you're looking to join a forward thinking established contractor with a strong reputation, a healthy order book and exciting projects across the North West we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.