Job Description
Job Title: Sub Agent - Highways\n Location: Gloucester, UK\n Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35)\n Duration: Ongoing\n Rate: TBC (Inside IR35, PAYE/Umbrella)\n Start Date: ASAP\n\nOverview: \nWe are currently seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join a leading infrastructure contractor on a major highway project based in Gloucester. This is a long-term contract position working inside IR35, offering an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a complex transport infrastructure scheme.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nManage and coordinate site operations in line with project programme, budget, and quality requirements\n\nLead a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers to ensure daily activities are carried out efficiently and safely\n\nTake responsibility for short-term planning and lookahead scheduling\n\nOversee site documentation including ITPs, RAMS, permits, daily records, and quality assurance\n\nCoordinate with the Project Manager, designers, and subcontractors to resolve engineering and technical issues\n\nEnsure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards on site\n\nSupport progress reporting, cost tracking, and risk management activities\n\nAct as the key point of contact between site teams and senior management\nRequirements:\n\nStrong experience in a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer role on major UK highways or infrastructure projects\n\nValid and in-date certifications, including: \n\nCSCS card (Management level preferred)\n\nSMSTS\n\nFirst Aid at Work (Desirable)\n\nDemonstrable leadership experience in supervising engineering teams and subcontractors\n\nGood working knowledge of NEC contracts and UK highways specifications\n\nExcellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills\n\nFull UK driving licence\nNote:\n This position is inside IR35 - applicants must be eligible to work via PAYE or an umbrella company