Site Agent

Site Agent – Civil Engineering

Location: Ipswich
I'm working with a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure, utilities and highways projects across the UK. They're looking to appoint an experienced Site Agent to take ownership of project delivery ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The project is in Ipswich.

You'll manage both direct and subcontracted teams, oversee resources and budgets, and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading all on-site activities, ensuring safety, quality and productivity are maintained at all times

Overseeing budgets, resources and programmes to deliver projects successfully

Preparing and reviewing RAMS, work package plans and site documentation

Ensuring full compliance with CDM, environmental and quality standards

Promoting best practice in health, safety and wellbeing across site teams

Building and maintaining excellent client and stakeholder relationships

Driving value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives

Mentoring and developing site teams to achieve performance and competency standards

About you:

Proven experience managing civil engineering projects – ideally covering infrastructure, highways, utilities, earthworks or structures

Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, CDM regulations and temporary works

Commercially aware, with experience managing cost, risk and programme performance

Strong leadership, communication and people management skills

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Essential: SMSTS and IOSH certification

Desirable: Chartered status, NRSWA Supervisor or Temporary Works qualification

Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK

What's on offer:

Salary: £70,000 – £75,000

Company car or car allowance

Pension, private healthcare and 25 days holiday

Employee benefits and wellbeing support

Long-term career development opportunities with a reputable contractor

If you're an experienced Site Agent looking for a new opportunity with a progressive contractor delivering essential civil engineering projects, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Please apply with an updated CV