Description
Site Agent (Civils)
Clyde
Overview of the role
Responsible for the management of the construction site in order to achieve required project delivery to the customers’ objectives, while maintaining standards of health and safety, quality, environmental impact and cost control.
Roles and Responsibilities
Ensure accurate implementation of all engineering controls and compliance with the contract drawings and specification
Produce risk assessments and method statements for safe execution of the works
Ensure work is executed in a safe manner meeting legal guidelines set out in health safety and requirements and environmental compliance
Manage site activities to ensure work is completed on time and within budget
Ensure that all staff and operatives are familiar with the safety procedures and that they are adhered to.
Prepare method statements as required. Organize briefings on method statements to relevant staff and operatives within their area
Liaise with senior foreman on daily basis issues related with programme, resources, production, productivity necessary to meet with programme requirements
Lead all actions to solve technical difficulties, improve performance in terms of progress and quality
Set working parameters, ensure their application on site, assess the performance
Coordinate the work of their shifts and ensure consistency of operation
Develop forecast and monitor performance against forecast. Establish and regularly review the detailed working programme. Ensure coordination of all related trades
Deliver end product to customer satisfaction
Deliver performance in key areas of health and safety, environment and quality
Implement applicable quality plan requirements. Liaise with project quality manager concerning quality issues
Implement appropriate policies and procedures
Manage project risk in line with company procedures
Proactively promote continuous improvement initiatives (, back to basics, knowledge management)
Ensure all personnel are provided with necessary training
Liaise with 3rd parties and other members of the team on a day to day basis
Qualifications and Training required
Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent)
Relevant CSCS card
CSCS 5 day safety qualification
Good knowledge of specifications and testing regime relevant to general civil engineering
Hands on approach to the commercial and planning aspects of the project
Civil engineering and construction experience
Able to produce and explain accurate plans and drawings
Attributes and Skills required
Ability to work in a team environment contributing across a business unit or area
Good management skills, with the ability to motivate self and colleagues to achieve high standards of compliance
Good operational planning and time management skills; able to manage projects simultaneously without compromising on standards and quality
Ability to ensure standards and specifications are met
Ability to work with colleagues to deliver project and operational performance
Sound knowledge of construction practices and standards
Specialist knowledge in chosen field