Site Agent
📍 Ashford Common, Surrey
📅 Contract: September 2026 – March 2027
⏰ 47.5 hours per week (9.5 hours per day)
Our client is seeking an experienced Agent to join a major water infrastructure project.
This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with strong civil engineering experience to lead site operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure the safe and successful delivery of complex works.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate site activities, supply chain partners, and subcontractors.
- Organise and control systems of work within your allocated discipline.
- Develop project programmes and forecast budgets in collaboration with the Senior Agent.
- Monitor productivity and programme performance, producing weekly and monthly reports.
- Manage contract obligations, measurements, and commercial aspects alongside the commercial team.
- Ensure resources are procured and available to support programme delivery.
- Produce and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Risk Assessments, and Method Statements.
- Lead quality assurance activities and oversee project handover.
- Identify, manage, and communicate risks, opportunities, change events, and early warnings.
- Maintain accurate project records, site diaries, and resource tracking.
- Lead and promote the highest standards of health, safety, and wellbeing on site.
- Mentor and support engineers and junior site staff, driving performance and development.
Essential Requirements
✅ EUSR National Water Hygiene Card (mandatory)
✅ Civil Engineering qualification
✅ SMSTS certification
✅ Relevant CSCS Card
✅ CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
✅ Strong understanding of engineering principles and construction methodologies
✅ Knowledge of construction contracts and contract law
✅ Full UK Driving Licence
✅ Excellent communication and leadership skills
What our client are looking for
The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects, with proven ability to manage teams, subcontractors, programme performance, and project budgets. You will be a proactive leader who prioritises safety, quality, and successful project delivery.
If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to learn more, please apply today with your updated CV.