Site Agent

Site Agent – Highways Projects 

Location: Guildford / Chichester

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major highways infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex schemes including earthworks, drainage, surfacing, and structural packages within Tier 1 and Tier 2 environments.

The Role

As Site Agent, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring successful delivery of works safely, on time, and within budget. You will play a key role in coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders across a fast-paced highways project.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all site activities on highways projects

Lead and coordinate site teams, engineers, and subcontractors

Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards

Monitor programme progress and drive delivery targets

Manage RAMS, permits, and site documentation

Liaise with clients, design teams, and senior management

Oversee works including earthworks, drainage, structures, and surfacing

Requirements

Proven experience as a Site Agent / Senior Site Agent on highways projects

Strong background working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors

Solid understanding of highways construction methods and sequencing

Experience managing multiple site disciplines (earthworks, structures, drainage, etc.)

Strong leadership and communication skills

SMSTS, CSCS (Black/White), and relevant civil engineering qualification preferred

What’s on Offer

Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure highways projects

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term pipeline of secured work

Strong progression opportunities within a leading contractor