Site Agent – Water Sector

Site Agent

Projects Across Severn Trent and Thames Water framework

£45,000 – £55,000 + Company Car / Allowance

My client is looking to hire Site Agents on a permanent basis across the Severn Trent Water and Thames Water framework due to the large number of projects they currently have in the works.

The Site Agents will have strong water/wastewater sector experience to join their growing Operations team, working specifically on projects in the Severn Trent and Thames Water region, however they may also be keen to speak to individuals that are looking to work on other frameworks that they are involved on.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage day to day site operations to ensure construction is conducted in a safe manner, within budget, on schedule and in accordance with the appropriate standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Carrying out regular inspections to monitor performance and ensure health & safety compliance throughout the construction process.
• Planning and programming of construction / installation works.
• Maintain site diary.
• Manage labour, plant, and materials on site in conjunction with the Foreman.
• Manage subcontractors, direct labour and resource planning.
• Conduct review meetings and report regularly on all construction activities including budget, scheduling, personnel, and other resource requirements.
• Assist the estimating team in the preparation of the project estimate or cost plans.
• Contribute to work planning, and briefing project teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Full handover of projects.

Skills required:

• Experience within Water or Wastewater is a must
• Experienced Site Agent, able to lead by example
• Civil Engineering background in the Construction / Water Industry
• Strong managerial skills
• Experience of working in Design & Build
• Thorough understanding of safety, environmental and quality management processes
• Thorough understanding of commercial, contractual and procurement processes
• NEC / JCT awareness
• Good knowledge of temporary works
• Experience of both incident and near miss reporting
• SMSTS / CSCS / AP Lifting
• Good IT Skills
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to work closely with clients
• Full clean UK driving licence
• Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience