Site Agent - Leeds
This role focuses on managing day-to-day civil engineering activities with experience of a range of General Civils projects such as highways/local authority schemes, active travel, groundworks, drainage, Section works, kerbing, and resurfacing. Below is a breakdown of the experience, qualifications, and responsibilities expected.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Holds a qualification in civil engineering (HNC, HND, or Degree).
- Minimum of 10 years experience in the delivery of civil engineering schemes Valued at £5 million+.
- CSCS Gold Card: Essential for site safety management.
- SMSTS (5-day course): Required for site management.
- First Aid at Work: Desirable.
- UK Driving Licence: Clean or minimal points.
- Professional Membership:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead by example, ensuring that all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards are strictly followed during the delivery of civil engineering activities
- Conducting induction sessions and toolbox talks (TBT) to ensure the team understands safety protocols.
- Develop and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for tasks such as drainage installation, roadworks, and highway maintenance.
- Act as a Temporary Works Coordinator ensuring that all temporary structures are managed according to required safety standards.
- Strive to innovate in HSE practices beyond minimum compliance, especially during complex works
- Solid understanding of civil engineering practices, including highways maintenance, groundworks, drainage, kerbing, and resurfacing.
- Provide solutions for site issues like drainage system failures or ground instability and promote innovative approaches to increase project efficiency and reduce costs.
- Capable of developing project programmes for civil works, including local authority highway schemes, ensuring key milestones for tasks are met.
- Skilled in using planning software to monitor project progress
- Courteous and professional, with an ability to engage with colleagues, clients, and contractors across various civil engineering activities.
- Supportive and approachable, helping team members involved remain focused under pressure.
- Adapt communication style when dealing with local authorities, contractors, or internal teams, ensuring everyone is aligned on project timelines and safety requirements.
- Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts, including managing variations, procurement schedules, and cost reporting for projects
- Experienced in subcontractor review and management,
- Identifies risks and opportunities and communicates them effectively in monthly reports.
- Prepares daily and weekly reports on the status of civil projects
- Deliver presentations on project progress to both clients and senior management, ensuring clear communication of all civil engineering project updates.
- Maintain compliance ensuring that all works are delivered to the highest quality standards.
- Compiles the necessary documentation for Health & Safety File handover
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the North of England's largest construction companies who have exciting plans for near future in the region.