Site Agent
Posted 1 day 2 hours ago by Allscreens Nationwide Ltd
Permanent
Part Time
Other
West Midlands, Dudley, United Kingdom, DY1 1
Job Description
A well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of infrastructure and highways projects in the Dudley area. With a strong order book and a reputation for delivering complex civil engineering schemes, they are looking for a proactive individual to join the team on a freelance basis.
Your new roleAs Site Agent, you will work alongside the Site Manager and report directly to the Contracts Manager, taking responsibility for the safe and successful delivery of a highway and civil engineering scheme in Dudley.
- Managing day-to-day site operations across drainage, kerbing, paving and Section 278 works
- Coordinating subcontractors, labour, plant and materials
- Monitoring programme performance and ensuring works are delivered on schedule
- Reviewing and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
- Ensuring high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance
- Conducting site inspections and overseeing quality control processes
- Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress to the Contracts Manager
- Liaising with project stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of works
- Supporting the Site Manager with the overall management and performance of the project
- Identifying and resolving site issues to minimise programme impacts and delays
- Previous experience working as a Site Agent within civil engineering or highways
- Strong background delivering drainage, kerbing and paving works
- Experience working on Section 278 schemes
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
- SMSTS
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience managing subcontractors and site teams