Site Agent
Major Marine Civil Engineering Project | Britain’s Ocean City
The Opportunity
We’re recruiting an experienced Site Agent to take full operational ownership of a major work package on a flagship marine civil engineering scheme in Britain’s Ocean City.
This is a nationally significant infrastructure project delivering complex reinforced concrete and heavy civils works in a technically demanding marine environment.
If you’re ready to lead from the front, drive programme and take full responsibility for delivery — this is a serious opportunity.
The Business
Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation across the marine, water, environmental infrastructure and energy sectors.
They deliver high-profile, technically challenging schemes for major public and private sector clients and are known for quality, precision and repeat business.
This is a business where standards are high — and leadership matters.
The Role
As Site Agent, you’ll take responsibility for the safe, efficient and commercially sound delivery of a major section of works.
You’ll lead engineering, supervisory and subcontract teams, ensuring works are delivered to programme, budget and quality expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
Full operational management of a defined work package
Leading Senior Engineers, Section Engineers and site teams
Managing subcontractors and specialist trades
Driving short-term planning and programme delivery
Leading client interface and attending progress meetings
Overseeing H&S compliance and site standards
Reviewing and approving RAMS
Working closely with commercial teams on cost control and reporting
Proactively identifying and resolving delivery risks
Ensuring quality and technical compliance on complex RC and marine works This is a hands-on leadership role with real accountability.
About You
We’re looking for a proven Site Agent with strong heavy civils experience.
You’ll bring:
Experience delivering major civil engineering projects as Site Agent
Strong background in reinforced concrete structures
Marine or infrastructure project experience desirable
Proven ability to manage teams and subcontractors
Strong commercial awareness and NEC contract familiarity
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Ability to obtain SC Security Clearance You’ll be organised, commercially aware and confident making decisions on live projects.
What’s In It For You?
Long-term security on a nationally significant project
Full ownership of a major work package
Technically challenging and varied works
Competitive salary and benefits
Strong forward workload and future opportunities If you’re a Site Agent ready to lead on a flagship marine infrastructure project, this is a serious career move.
Apply now to hear more