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Your new company
You will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a major, 3-year-long highways project in Didcot, Oxfordshire. Known for collaborative project delivery, strong safety culture and technical excellence, this contractor plays a key role in shaping major highways and infrastructure schemes across the UK. With a strong pipeline of long-term regional works and a genuine focus on developing its people, this is an excellent opportunity to build a sustainable career with a highly respected main contractor where you are empowered to make decisions and drive performance.

Your new role
As Site Agent, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a £35m section of the project. Working closely with the Project Manager, you'll take responsibility for managing site operations, coordinating resources and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing, mentoring and developing Site Engineers and Section Engineers
Supporting the Project Manager in planning and delivering the construction phase
Managing and allocating project resources efficiently
Preparing, reviewing and implementing work package plans and management plans
Monitoring subcontractors, suppliers and contractual requirements
Working with the planning team to ensure accurate programme data
Ensuring full compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards
Leading and promoting a strong safety culture across the site team
Chairing and attending site meetings, completing site diaries and daily briefings
Supporting quality assurance, environmental management and project close‑out activities
Working in accordance with the Integrated Management System (IMS).This is a hands‑on leadership role offering real influence over site performance and project outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will bring:

Previous experience as a Site Agent within the highways and/or public realm sectors, delivering earthworks and/or structures packages
Strong understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations
Experience managing a standalone site or a section of a larger project
Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills
CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid at Work and a full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £65,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays)
Pension scheme (increasing with seniority and length of service)
Private medical cover
Life assurance
Travel and subsistence allowance (where appropriate)
Funded professional memberships (ICE, CIOB, RICS, etc.)
Retail and lifestyle discounts
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Strong pipeline of long-term regional projects
Industry-recognised training and development programmes
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Exposure to a major, high-impact project
Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.

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