Site Agent

Site Agent - Contract 12 Months

Full Job Description
Site Agent Contract Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate
Start Date: April 2026
Day Rate - £400 per day - CIS/PAYE/LTD

Experience Required

Role:

Site Agent / Senior Site Supervisor (Multi-Scheme Midlands)
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of multiple concurrent small schemes (typically
• Manage deep excavations in highways and private land, ensuring full compliance with safety and permit requirements
• Act as main point of contact for stakeholders including Severn Trent, local authorities, and landowners
• Coordinate subcontractors, programme, and materials across sites
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards (HSEQ)
• Maintain site records, RAMS, permits, and reporting

Candidate Capabilities

• Proven background as a Site Agent / Senior Supervisor in civils or utilities
• Strong experience working on Severn Trent Water (or similar water authority) assets
• Demonstrable track record delivering deep excavation works (including shoring, trench support, confined spaces)
• Experience working in public highways (permit schemes, traffic management)
• Ability to run multiple small projects simultaneously with minimal supervision

Qualifications & Certifications
Essential Requirements:

• Strong engineering background, preferably HNC / HND in Civil Engineering
• CSCS Black Card (NVQ Level 6)
• SMSTS - 5 Day Course
• First Aid - Full 3-Day Course
• EUSR

Roles and Responsibilities
The role will include, but is not limited to, the following duties:

• Planning, programming, and allocation of resources.
• Preparation, monitoring, and control of contract budgets and target programmes.
• Site cost management and financial control.
• Delivery of construction works in accordance with specified quality standards.
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental regulations and best practices.
• Adherence to all contractual requirements and particulars.
• Management and coordination of site personnel, subcontractors, and operatives.
• Regular liaison with the Engineer's Representative, Project Manager, or Supervisor.
• Efficient use and optimisation of resources.
• Maintaining detailed project records and ensuring proper archiving.
• Oversight of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) processes.
• Managing inspection, testing, commissioning, and final handover activities.