Site agent

Site Agent | Major Highways Project | A30 Lee Mills to Ivybridge

Location: A30 Lee Mills to Ivybridge, Devon
Contract: 12 Months+
Shift Pattern: Days
Rate: £400 - £500 per shift (DOE)
Employer: Tier One Civil Engineering Contractor

Take the Lead on a Major Infrastructure Scheme

Morson is recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to join a leading Tier One contractor delivering a significant highways improvement project on the A30 between Lee Mills and Ivybridge .

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile infrastructure scheme that will improve connectivity and enhance one of the South West's most important transport routes. You'll take ownership of day-to-day site operations, lead site teams, and help drive the safe and successful delivery of works from construction through to completion.

We're looking for a confident and proactive Site Agent with a strong background in highways and civil engineering who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and enjoys leading teams from the front.

The Role

As Site Agent, you'll be responsible for the effective management and coordination of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day site operations across the project
• Coordinate subcontractors, site teams, plant, materials and resources
• Drive programme delivery and monitor progress against project milestones
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements
• Review and implement RAMS and safe systems of work
• Identify and mitigate project risks, issues and delays
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, clients and key stakeholders
• Manage multiple work fronts and ensure activities are effectively planned and coordinated
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality throughout delivery
• Support the successful completion of a major highways infrastructure scheme

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience working as a Site Agent on highways, infrastructure or major civil engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of highways construction, groundworks and civil engineering activities
• Experience managing subcontractors and multi-disciplined site teams
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong organisational and planning capabilities
• Ability to make effective decisions in a fast-moving construction environment
• Thorough understanding of HSEQ legislation, standards and best practice
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to successful project delivery

Essential Qualifications

CSCS Manager Card (Black or White)

SMSTS

Desirable

First Aid at Work

Temporary Works, Appointed Person or other relevant industry qualifications

Additional Health & Safety or Construction Management certifications

• Join a Tier One contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering major infrastructure projects
• Work on a flagship highways scheme with long-term programme visibility
• Competitive day rate of £400-£500 per shift
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on a nationally significant project
• Be part of a collaborative and high-performing project team

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Full job description from WhatJobs. Apply for this role →