About the role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Agent to lead and manage a multi‑disciplinary team based on the RIP Mottram Moor Link Road & A57 link road project. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for delivering safe, high‑quality, and efficient project outcomes while driving performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
You will oversee a team of Agents, Sub Agents, Section Engineers, Site Engineers, and Foremen—ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.
What you’ll be doing
Leadership & Team Management
* Lead, motivate, and manage a high‑performing team
* Monitor competency levels and provide coaching, mentoring, and training
* Champion a strong safety culture with focus on Zero Harm
* Set and monitor HSE targets and KPIs in line with project objectives
* Conduct regular Safety & Environmental Tours
* Support incident investigations and drive corrective actions
* Lead risk reviews and contribute to the Project Risk Register
* Ensure compliance with evolving health, safety, and environmental legislation
Engineering & Resource Management
* Ensure appropriate allocation of resources across the works section
* Identify capability gaps and implement training
Quality Assurance
* Establish and monitor quality KPIs aligned with project goals
* Lead site audits and ensure timely resolution
* Implement robust systems to manage quality
* Take ownership of handover documentation
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Productivity & Programme Management
* Monitor progress and report on section performance
* Analyse and optimise programmes
* Manage subcontractor performance against KPIs
* Lead Short Interval Control meetings to drive performance
* Develop programmes aligned with overall project timelines
Commercial Management
* Set and monitor financial targets in line with budgets
* Contribute to subcontractor procurement and commercial decision‑making
* Provide input to weekly project meetings, identifying risks and actions.
Who we’re looking for
* Proven experience in a senior site or project management role within construction or infrastructure
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* In‑depth knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
* Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and subcontractors
* Excellent planning, problem‑solving, and communication skills
* Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Benefits
* Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
* 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
* Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
* Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more…
Disability Confident Employer
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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