Senior Site Agent

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Dalton-in-furness, Cumbria
  • Jul 07, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Senior Site Agent

Location: Cumbria

Salary: 55-60,000

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Agent to join a growing regional housebuilder, taking full responsibility for the successful delivery of a prestigious residential development in Cumbria. This is a key leadership role, ideal for an experienced housebuilding professional with a strong track record of delivering high-quality residential developments safely, on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing all site operations from groundworks through to customer handover.
  • Leading site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Delivering homes safely, on programme and within budget.
  • Monitoring quality, productivity and site costs.
  • Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation, Building Regulations and NHBC or equivalent warranty standards.
  • Coordinating subcontractors and site logistics.
  • Working closely with Commercial, Technical, Sales and Customer Care teams.
  • Managing inspections with Building Control and warranty providers.
  • Maintaining accurate site records and reports.

Applicants should have:

  • Significant experience within residential housebuilding.
  • Previous experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Agent.
  • Experience delivering traditional housing developments from start to finish.
  • Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, Building Regulations and warranty standards.
  • SMSTS, CSCS Black or Gold Card and First Aid at Work.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Additional qualifications such as NVQ Level 6, Temporary Works Supervisor, Scaffold Inspection or Fire Marshal would be advantageous.

On offer:

  • Competitive salary, depending on experience.
  • Car allowance.
  • Company pension.
  • 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
  • Mobile phone and laptop provided.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Genuine long-term career progression with a growing regional housebuilder.

To apply, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV across to (url removed). I look forward to hearing from you soon!