Site Agent

Girling Jones Ltd

The Company

We are working with a highly respected and professional civil engineering business with a strong regional presence across Devon and Somerset. Although well established, the business continues to grow steadily, delivering complex infrastructure schemes valued between £5m and £40m.

Their project portfolio includes major highways works, bridges and structures, Section 278 schemes, infrastructure projects, road realignments and junction improvements. Known for high standards, technical capability and repeat business, they have built an excellent reputation for delivering safely, collaboratively and to programme.

With a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to strengthen their Exeter team with the appointment of an experienced Site Agent.

The Role

As Site Agent, you will take a key leadership role on live civil engineering projects, overseeing site delivery and acting as the interface between client, subcontractors and internal teams. You will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification, on programme and within commercial targets.

Key duties will include:

Chairing and attending client and progress meetings
Managing and coordinating subcontractors
Leading, supervising and coordinating site teams
Short-term planning and look-ahead programming
Drafting, reviewing and checking RAMS
Reviewing and working from drawings and specifications
Managing quality control and health & safety on site
Ensuring compliance with project and company procedures The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a motivated and capable Site Agent with a strong civil engineering background, who brings:

A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Experience working for a civil engineering main contractor 
Proven delivery experience on highways, infrastructure, structures or similar schemes
A commercially aware and solutions-focused approach
Strong leadership and communication skills
An engineering-led mindset with attention to quality and safety What’s In It For You?

You’ll be joining a highly professional business that genuinely invests in its people, offering:

Competitive salary
Company vehicle
Pension scheme
Private healthcare
26 days annual leave
Performance-related bonus
Strong focus on training, development and career progression
A supportive, collaborative and genuinely lovely team culture Interested?

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