Site Agent
Site Agent
Major Marine Civil Engineering Project | Britain’s Ocean City
The Opportunity
We’re seeking an experienced Site Agent to take full ownership of a major work package on a flagship marine civil engineering project in Britain’s Ocean City.
This is a nationally significant infrastructure scheme involving complex reinforced concrete and heavy civils works within a highly challenging marine environment. It’s a role for someone who thrives on responsibility — leading from the front, driving programme, and taking full accountability for delivery.
If you’re ready to step into a role where your decisions directly shape project success, this is a standout opportunity.
The Business
Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong track record across marine, water, environmental infrastructure, and energy sectors.
They are known for delivering complex, high-value schemes for major public and private sector clients, with a reputation built on quality, precision, and long-term relationships.
This is a business where expectations are high — and strong leadership is recognised and rewarded.
The Role
As Site Agent, you’ll take full responsibility for the safe, efficient, and commercially successful delivery of a defined section of works. You’ll lead multidisciplinary site teams, ensuring all activities are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Taking full operational control of a major work package
Leading Senior Engineers, Section Engineers, and site teams
Managing subcontractors and specialist supply chain partners
Driving short-term planning and programme performance
Acting as the main point of contact for the client and attending progress meetings
Overseeing health & safety compliance and maintaining high site standards
Reviewing and approving RAMS
Working closely with commercial teams on cost control, reporting, and forecasting
Identifying and mitigating delivery risks proactively
Ensuring technical and quality compliance across complex reinforced concrete and marine works This is a hands-on leadership role with real accountability and visibility on a major project.
About You
We’re looking for a proven Site Agent with a strong background in heavy civils.
You’ll bring:
Experience delivering large-scale civil engineering projects in a Site Agent role
Strong expertise in reinforced concrete structures
Experience in marine or major infrastructure projects (desirable)
A track record of managing teams and subcontractors effectively
Strong commercial awareness and familiarity with NEC contracts
Excellent leadership and communication skills
A degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Eligibility to obtain SC Security Clearance You’ll be confident, organised, and capable of making informed decisions in a fast-paced, live project environment.
What’s In It For You?
Long-term role on a nationally significant infrastructure project
Full ownership of a major section of works
Exposure to technically challenging and complex engineering
Competitive salary and benefits package
Strong pipeline of future projects and career progression opportunities Why This Role?
If you’re a Site Agent looking to take on a flagship marine infrastructure project with real responsibility, technical challenge, and long-term career prospects, this is a serious opportunity to step up and make an impact.
Interested? Apply now to find out more