Job Description

About the Company
Our client is a well-established Tier One civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. They are renowned for their focus on safety, quality, collaboration and successful project delivery, and for fostering a supportive culture where people can grow and develop their careers.

About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of a major civil engineering project in the Didcot area. You will work closely with the Project Manager and wider site team to ensure day-to-day operations run safely, efficiently and to programme, while maintaining excellent standards of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day operations on site to deliver assigned works safely, on time and within quality standards.
• Supervise subcontractors and site teams to ensure work is delivered in line with method statements, drawings and programme requirements.
• Monitor site activities and progress, reporting regularly to the Project Manager.
• Assist with planning, scheduling and resource requirements.
• Prepare and review site documentation including RAMS, daily reports, quality records and inspection test plans (ITPs).
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards at all times.
• Maintain accurate site records, as-built information and contractual documentation.
• Facilitate site meetings, briefings and toolbox talks with the workforce.
• Liaise with clients, designers, stakeholders and supply chain as required.
• Identify and raise issues/risks promptly and assist in problem-solving to maintain progress.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Site Agent (or in a similar supervisory role) on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Sound technical understanding of construction methods, contract requirements and site delivery.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills.
• Strong leadership and people management capability on site.
• Proactive approach to safety and quality.
• Competent in preparing and maintaining site documentation.
• Relevant construction qualification (e.g., NVQ, HND, Degree) preferred.
• Valid CSCS card (or equivalent) required.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role on a major civil engineering contract.
• Supportive team environment with scope for personal and professional development.
• Work with a reputable main contractor known for delivering high-profile infrastructure projects.