Overview
An established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join their Eastern Region highways and heavy civils team. Based initially in Leiston, Suffolk, this hands-on role supports delivery of roads and highways infrastructure schemes across the region. You’ll work alongside site and project management to drive safe, profitable, and on-time delivery while developing your career within a supportive, people-focused business.
Key responsibilities
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Support the Site Agent / Project Manager in planning, organising and delivering smaller construction contracts.
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Supervise and coordinate site operatives and subcontractors; maintain high standards of site performance.
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Prepare and maintain method statements, hazard/risk assessments and project management plans.
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Monitor contract costs, manage tender allowances and report against agreed budgets.
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Prepare, update and control programmes of work to meet milestones.
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Assess, procure and manage subcontract packages.
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Coordinate design activities and manage design interface with delivery teams.
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Ensure contracts are delivered promptly and profitably, maintaining client expectations.
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Liaise with local stakeholders and community groups as required to protect project reputation.
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Promote a positive client relationship and represent the business professionally on site.
Qualifications & experience
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Significant main-contract civils experience, including roads and highways schemes.
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Experience working for a main contractor and familiarity with the NEC form of contract.
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Proven people-management skills and ability to instruct and motivate site teams.
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead and manage competing demands.
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Relevant industry qualification (e.g. SMSTS or equivalent).
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Full UK driving licence (essential) and willingness to travel across the Eastern Region.
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First Aid at Work qualification (desirable).
Benefits
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Competitive salary package with life assurance.
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Company car or car allowance.
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Company pension scheme.
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy additional leave).
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Extensive training and personal development programmes.
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Flexible working ethos with an early-finish on Fridays to support work–life balance.
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A supportive employer committed to career progression.
Ready to take the next step in your civil engineering career? Apply now and help deliver high-profile highways projects across Suffolk and the wider Eastern Region