Agent – Major Infrastructure Project
Location: Plymouth (Devonport)
Rate: £500 per day + £50 lodge allowance (if eligible)
Hours: 42.5 hours per week (07:30 – 17:00)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday – site-based
About the Role
Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Agent to join a major infrastructure project based within the Devonport Dock framework in Plymouth.
This role will see you take full responsibility for delivering a section of works, ensuring technical compliance with design specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and programme performance.
Due to the nature of the project, you will be working within a live, highly regulated site.
Key Responsibilities
Programme and manage works to ensure timely delivery
Monitor commercial performance and effectively utilise project resources
Support the implementation of Health & Safety policies and procedures
Take ownership of project financial performance, including:
Forecasting and cost control
Cost vs value reviews
Commercial reporting
Maintain accurate records of labour, plant, materials, and supply chain usage
Ensure works are delivered in line with technical specifications
Lead client interfaces and manage project delivery across both technical and business aspects
Requirements
Relevant qualification (HNC, Degree, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Construction/Engineering)
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
Experience working in civil engineering environments, particularly:
Groundworks
Reinforced concrete
Strong understanding of commercial processes
Experience producing RAMS and working with Quality Management Systems
Proven leadership and project management skills
Strong communication and organisational ability
Experience using surveying equipment such as Leica (GPS, Total Station, levels)
Desirable
Experience in earthworks and large-scale infrastructure projects
Experience working in highly regulated sectors (e.g. nuclear or defence)
Working towards Chartership (ICE, IStructE, or similar)
Security & Eligibility Requirements
Due to the nature of this project:
BPSS security clearance is required (can take up to 8 weeks)
Candidates must:
Hold a valid passport from a NATO or MISWG member country
Have resided in the UK continuously for the past 5 years