Bridge Structures Site Agent
Location: Kent
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + benefits
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
The Role
A leading civil engineering and highways contractor delivering works on behalf of a local authority is seeking an experienced Bridge Structures Site Agent to manage the safe and efficient delivery of bridge maintenance and renewal schemes across Kent.
This is a key site-based leadership role, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations on bridge and highway structures projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
·Manage the delivery of bridge and structures works on site, including refurbishment, strengthening, repairs, and maintenance
·Take full responsibility for site activities, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, and safety requirements
·Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
·Plan and manage works programmes, resources, and sequencing to achieve programme targets
·Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and RAMS
·Monitor cost control, productivity, and progress, reporting accurately to the project management team
·Promote and enforce a strong health, safety, and environmental culture, leading by example
·Liaise with the client, local authority representatives, inspectors, and stakeholders as required
·Manage quality assurance processes, inspections, and handover documentation
·Identify and manage risks, opportunities, and change on site
About You
You will be an experienced Site Agent with a strong background in bridge and highway structures, confident managing complex works in live highway environments.
Essential Requirements:
·Proven experience as a Site Agent delivering bridge or highway structures projects
·Strong knowledge of bridge construction, maintenance, and repair techniques
·Sound understanding of highways and civil engineering standards and specifications
·Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
·Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practice
·Ability to manage subcontractors and multiple work fronts
·Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
·Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
·SMSTS, CSCS (Manager), and First Aid qualifications
·Experience working on local authority or highways framework contracts
·Temporary works knowledge and experience
What's On Offer
·Salary of £60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
·Opportunity to work on long-term, locally based infrastructure programmes
·Supportive and professional delivery team
·Clear route for career progression within a stable framework environment
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