An immediate start opportunity, outside IR35, exists for a Site Agents with experience in the water and/or infrastructure project delivery environment for tier one / principal contractor.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of either a large single project or multiple smaller schemes, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, programme delivery and subcontract management.
Build strong working relationships with stakeholders, clients, and supply chain partners, encouraging collaboration and teamwork.
Take accountability for the full lifecycle of maintenance projects – including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
Oversee compliance with site-specific documents and safe systems of work.
Manage the project look-ahead programme, change control, and subcontractor performance.
Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring 100% compliance with SHEQ requirements and framework plans.
Identify and mitigate risks early, proactively resolving blockers to maintain progress.
Provide accurate and reliable reporting on project performance, including time, cost, and SHEQ metrics.
Contribute to monthly forecasting of cost and programme outcomes.
Ensure all necessary statutory approvals are secured.
Lead, motivate, and coordinate site teams and resources effectively.
Requirements -
Solid background in Construction Management and CDM, ideally as a Principal Contractor.
Proven experience delivering water and wastewater treatment projects.
Strong leadership, project management, and people management skills.
Good commercial awareness with the ability to manage scope, contracts, and subcontractors effectively.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and to budget.
Ability to prioritise, adapt quickly to change, and deliver results under pressure.
Qualifications & Training
Previous experience in the water industry in a Site Agent/project delivery role.
HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
CITB SMSTS and First Aid certification.
Desirable (or willingness to train): EUSR Water Hygiene, TWC, Lift AP, Confined Spaces.
PS - Candidates must complete an IR35 assessment to qualify for outside IR35 payments.
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