Jobs in Odiham

To strengthen our Southern Region team, we are recruiting for a Sub Agent. Here at Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative, and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Due to continued success, we are now recruiting for a Sub Agent to work in our Southern Region around the Hampshire/Berkshire/Surrey area.

Main Duties of the Sub Agent:

* Support the Site Agent or Project Manager in the execution of his duties, and management of smaller construction contracts.

* Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.

* Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.

* Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.

* Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.

* Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.

* Manage design co-ordination.

* Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.

* Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.

* Foster good relations and reputation with clients.

Are you the Sub Agent we are looking for?

We are looking for someone with a positive, proactive attitude who is ambitious, flexible and enjoys working as part of a team.

The successful candidate will have experience working for a main contractor on civil engineering projects, with a strong background in highways and river works.

You will be an effective communicator with the ability to manage and motivate site teams, delegate responsibilities appropriately and organise both your own workload and that of others to ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently.

Experience working under NEC forms of contract is essential, along with a relevant industry qualification and a valid SMSTS (or equivalent) qualification.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be willing to travel throughout our Southern Region and hold a full UK driving licence. A First Aid at Work qualification would be advantageous.

Excellent benefits package and personal development opportunities:

We don’t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:

* Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

* Company car or car allowance

* Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)

* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)

* Extensive training programmes

* Cycle-to-work scheme

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Employee benefits platform

* Free on-site parking

* Company social calendar

* Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events

* A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.

* ‘The Great Escape’ – leaving work early every Friday!

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful