Site Agent

Posted 4 hours 1 minute ago by Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd

£60,000 - £80,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Herefordshire, Hereford, United Kingdom, HR1 1
Job Description
Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Contract

  • Hours: Full time

  • Disability Confident: No

  • Closing Date: 17/04/2026


About this job

My client is a long established, leading, National Civil Engineering Contractor.


Due to planned growth and an influx of work on a major Civil Engineering Framework covering Wales and the surrounding Counties, they are looking to recruit a Site Agent.


Initially, the successful individual would be working on Civils, water, wastewater and Meica projects in South Wales and Herefordshire.


This is a dedicated framework offering long term continuity of work in the region.


Currently my client would prefer candidates seeking permanent opportunities, but would also consider those considering contract opportunities.


Key Responsibilities

  • Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.

  • Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.

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

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

  • Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.

  • Understand and administer contract change.

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

  • Foster good relations and reputation with clients.

  • Promote and ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.


Qualifications & Experience

  • Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng) or equivalent.

  • Up-to-date SMSTS qualification and appropriate CSCS card.

  • Experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor including Highways works, Earthworks and Structures.

  • Experience in people management and motivation of staff.

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter.

  • Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects.

  • First Aid at Work qualification (desirable).

  • A full UK driving licence.

  • Eligibility to live and work in the UK.


Benefits

  • Life assurance cover.

  • Company car or car allowance.

  • Company pension scheme.

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

  • Extensive training programmes.

  • Cycle-to-work scheme.

  • Free on-site parking.

  • Employee Assistance Programme.

  • Leaving work early every Friday.

  • Company social calendar.

  • Training and progression.