We are seeking an experienced Freelance Sub Agent to join a major infrastructure project in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a complex civil engineering scheme involving structures, earthworks, utilities, and highways works within a large multi-disciplinary delivery team.
Working closely with the Project Manager and Senior Agent, the Sub Agent will be responsible for managing packages of work, coordinating site teams, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and supervise sections of work across structures, earthworks, utilities diversions, and highways construction
- Ensure works are delivered in accordance with programme, budget, and quality requirements
- Lead site engineers and coordinate subcontractors
- Review and manage method statements, risk assessments, and permits
- Monitor and report on progress, productivity, and cost
- Support commercial teams with valuations, variations, and change management
- Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
- Coordinate with design teams to resolve technical issues
- Assist with planning, sequencing, and logistics of site activities
- Maintain accurate site records and reporting
Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Sub Agent on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects
- Strong background delivering works including structures, earthworks, utilities, and highways
- Experience managing subcontractors and site engineering teams
- Good understanding of NEC contracts
- Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations and CDM requirements
- Ability to manage programme, quality, and cost performance
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Qualifications
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- SMSTS
- CSCS (Management level)
- First Aid (desirable)
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile UK infrastructure project
- Long-term contract potential
- Competitive day rate (Inside IR35)
- Collaborative and technically challenging environment