Location: London
Sector: Civil Engineering | Infrastructure
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
Type: Permanent
We're working with a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit a Site Agent / Site Manager to support the delivery of infrastructure projects across the region.
Projects range from framework-based works through to standalone civil engineering schemes, offering a varied workload across infrastructure environments. This role plays a key part in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard of quality and commercial performance.
The Role
As Site Agent / Site Manager, you will be responsible for managing construction activities on site, ensuring projects are delivered in line with programme, budget and client expectations.
Working closely with project, engineering and commercial teams, you will coordinate site operations, manage resources and maintain strong communication across all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Site & Project Management
Lead the successful delivery of infrastructure and civil engineering projects
Manage site teams including Sub Agents, Engineers and Foremen
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and to specification
Produce and manage construction programmes and short-term lookaheads
Coordinate procurement schedules and resource requirementsHealth, Safety & Quality
Ensure compliance with company procedures, RAMS and ITPs
Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental performance
Ensure works are delivered defect-free and in line with quality expectations
Support implementation of waste management and environmental plansCommercial & Cost Control
Support commercial performance and project cost control
Maintain accurate site records and reporting documentation
Identify value engineering opportunities and efficiencies
Work closely with commercial teams to maximise project valueClient & Stakeholder Management
Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Chair site meetings and provide accurate project reporting
Maintain strong working relationships across site and project teamsWhat We're Looking For
Essential
Experience working as a Site Agent or Site Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure
Strong understanding of CDM regulations, programme management and cost control
Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts
Experience managing site teams and subcontractors
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
CSCS and SMSTS or IOSH Managing SafelyDesirable
Experience working within regulated infrastructure environments
Temporary Works Coordinator certification
Confined space training
Experience using Primavera P6
Chartered or working towards professional accreditationWhat's On Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Long-term secured workload across major infrastructure projects
Opportunity to work on varied and technically complex schemes
Clear progression within a growing delivery team
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Salary description
£60000.00 - £65000.00 per year