Site Agent / Site Manager
Location: Stratford, East London Salary: £50,000 £67,000 + package
The Role
A Tier 1 civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager to deliver projects across the Civils and Water sectors within a highly regulated environment. You will take full responsibility for site delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, to specification and with strong commercial performance.
Working closely with the Project Manager, Engineers and Quantity Surveyors, you will lead site teams and subcontractors while maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality and environmental compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day site operations and overall project delivery
Ensure works are delivered defect-free, on programme and to budget
Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and supply chain
Produce and manage RAMS, ITPs, programmes and look-ahead schedules
Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
Control costs, manage site records and identify value engineering opportunities
Chair site meetings and produce accurate progress and cost reports
Requirements
Essential:
Proven experience as a Site Agent/Site Manager within civil engineering
Experience delivering projects in regulated environments (e.g. water, infrastructure)
Strong knowledge of CDM, temporary works, programme and cost control
Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent
CSCS, SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely
Temporary Works Coordinator
Confined Space training
Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
Desirable:
Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts
Primavera P6 experience
Chartered or working towards professional accreditation
Package & Benefits
Competitive salary and pension
Company vehicle or allowance (role dependent)
Private medical and life assurance
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Structured career progression and ongoing training
Flexible benefits and wellbeing support
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