Civils Site Agent

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager on behalf of a civil engineering main contractor to work on projects across West Yorkshire…

This large main contractor have been established over 50 years and are a well-known contractor in North of England. They've developed a strong name in Yorkshire having undergone significant regional growth in recent years, they now need a Site Agent to join them. 5 new sites to start shortly in West Yorkshire alongside ongoing work and a full order book for 2026 & most of 2027. Looking like it's going to be a very busy couple of years for them!

Projects: highways, s278 works, deep drainage, public realm / streetworks, flood defence, bridges / structures etc. General Civil Engineering works. Projects £5m-£15m.

Please note: all work is regional, they aim to keep staff within 1 hour of home where possible.

Responsibilities as Agent / Manager:

* Manage project at all setup & site stages

* Writing & updating site documentation

* Cost control with QS

* Attend & hold meetings on sites with stakeholders

* Temporary Works management

* Management of sub-contractors

* Project & progress reports

* H&S file updates & audits on site

* Coordination of site team: General Foremen & Site Engineers

* Keeping site file up to date regularly

Experience required:

* Candidates must have proven experience at Site Manager / Site Agent level with a principal contractor on Civil Engineering / Highways projects (values £5m+)

* Site Engineer background is advantageous

* Basic knowledge of contract changes, NEC3 / NEC4 desired

* Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree)

* Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and Full Driver's License

Remuneration:

A salary of up to £60,000 (dependent upon experience) plus:

1. Company vehicle or circa. £7k per annum allowance

2. Fuel card for business milage incl. personal mileage compensation

3. 28 days + stat annual leave

4. Up to 9% pension contribution

5. Medical care

6. Discretionary bonus

7. And more…

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment