Excellent opportunity for a January start for a site-based Site Agent working for a very good main contractor in the Portsmouth region Key responsibilities of the Site Agent include: * Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and ensuring the accurate construction of the works * Liaising with the site manager and foreman as to what engineering is needed onsite and holding daily engineering briefings with the onsite engineers. * Providing sufficient and accurate information to the Works Management and Foremen * Ensuring company procedures and systems on quality, health & safety and the environment * Preparing quality, environmental and H&S construction plans * Planning, measuring, monitoring and reviewing the progress of contracts throughout the project’s lifespan and ensuring compliance with project’s budgets and programme. * Ensuring the timely procurement and payment of suppliers and subcontractors * Preparing and submitting weekly reports on progress for review * Identifying potential problem areas, and financial impact * Actively resolve contractual issues with both clients and suppliers * Ensuring timely submission of the necessary documentation for inclusion within the project health and safety file. Ideal requirements for the Site Agent * Degree or HND in Civil Engineering * Demonstrable experience of working as a Site Agent within the civil engineering construction industry preferably on large earthworks projects. * Experience in Design & Build Contracts * Understanding and experience in NEC4 Contracts * Strong computer literacy and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite * Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, * Experience of managing and mentoring engineers. * Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as Health & Safety and Environmental legislation. * Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, * The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. * The ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions * Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines supported by strong organisational skills. * Excellent communicator, both written and oral On offer is a very competitive salary package coupled with an excellent career opportunity Apply now