Location: St Albans
Contract Duration: 12 Months (with strong likelihood of extension)
Day Rate: £400 - £450 per day (IR35 determination to be confirmed during the application process)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Agent / Project Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in St Albans. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading project delivery, managing supply chain partners, driving programme performance, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and commercial control throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Communicate and collaborate effectively with key alliance partners, clients, designers, and subcontractors.
Organise and manage systems of work within the allocated discipline, ensuring efficient delivery through the relevant supply chain.
Develop project programmes and budget forecasts alongside senior project leadership, monitoring productivity and programme performance against targets.
Manage subcontractor performance, contractual obligations, and account measurement in collaboration with the commercial team.
Ensure labour, plant, and material resources are specified, procured, and available in a timely manner to support programme delivery.
Monitor planned versus actual resource utilisation and contribute to weekly and monthly project reporting.
Produce and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and on schedule.
Take ownership of project quality assurance and quality control processes, including successful project handover to the client.
Notify Quality Assurance teams of any non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Teams to manage change events, early warnings, risks, opportunities, and commercial issues.
Develop mitigation and recovery plans where project risks threaten programme or budget performance.
Manage project budgets, including regular Bottom-Up Forecasting and change management activities.
Ensure comprehensive records are maintained for additional works, resources utilised, delivery tickets, and project costs.
Champion a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture across all areas of responsibility.
Maintain accurate and detailed daily site records, including variations, subcontractor attendance, and key stakeholder communications.
Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop Site Engineers and Assistant Engineers, ensuring strong engineering control and accurate project records.
Review performance, training, and development requirements of direct reports on a regular basis.
Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, industry regulations, company policies, and project procedures.
Essential Requirements
Civil Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent)
SMSTS Certification
Relevant CSCS Card
CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
Full UK Driving Licence
Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction methodologies
Extensive technical knowledge of civil engineering and construction best practices
Working knowledge of construction contract law and forms of contract
Excellent planning, budgeting, and forecasting experience
Strong leadership and people management capabilities
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Comprehensive understanding of health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a confident and commercially aware civil engineering professional with a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects. They will possess excellent leadership skills, strong technical expertise, and a proactive approach to managing programme performance, project risks, quality standards, and stakeholder relationships. This opportunity is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and is passionate about delivering successful outcomes safely, on time, and within budget.
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
Salary description
£400.00 - £450.00 per day