Site Agent – Highways / CivilsLocation: Tebay
Rate/Salary: Contract: 6‑month contract
Start: ASAP
Your newpany
You’ll be joining a respected tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering key highways and infrastructure schemes across the region. With a strong pipeline of work and amitment to safe, high‑quality delivery, they are seeking an experienced Construction Agent to support ongoing projects in Tebay.
Your new role
As Construction Agent, you will oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of highways and civils works on site. You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring all activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and specification.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Managing daily site operations and sequencing of works
2. Leading site briefings, inductions and toolbox talks
3. Ensuringpliance with RAMS, permits and CDM regulations
4. Coordinating with engineers, supervisors, traffic management and utilities
5. Monitoring progress, maintaining accurate site records and reporting to senior management
6. Supporting quality assurance and ensuring works meet required standards
7. Promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture on site
What you’ll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you must have:
8. A current National Highways Passport
9. SSSTS or SMSTS
10. Valid CSCS card
11. Proven experience in highways and/or civil engineering
12. Experience with drainage, structures, earthworks or road construction
13. Experience of working with asbestos would be advantageous
14. Strong understanding of sitepliance, sequencing and safe delivery
15. Excellentmunication and organisational skills
What you’ll get in return
16. 6‑month contract with potential for extension
17. Opportunity to work on a key highways scheme in the region
18. Supportive team environment and strong contractor reputation