Site Agent - Highways - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyYou will be joining an established Tier 1 civil engineering contractor operating within the highways industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor has been appointed to deliver a major, long-term highways project in Didcot (including dual carriageway, new bridges and viaduct) on top of their already healthy orderbook, and they offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader in the industry, and due to continued success, they are actively seeking a Site Agent to join their team.

Your new roleAs Site Agent, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a team of site engineers and section engineers
• Compiling and reviewing work packages and other management plans
• Monitoring and reporting on contractual requirements
• Managing and monitoring subcontractors and supplier relationships
• Communicating with commercial staff to ensure records are prepared in a timely fashion
• Ensuring all H&S procedures are being complied with
• Implementing and attending weekly and monthly site meetings
• Compiling daily activity briefings and completing site diary as required
• Ensuring work is delivered in accordance with the specification
• Assisting with preparing the project close-out report.

What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you must have:

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally within the highways industry
• Understanding of duties and responsibilities with regard to current H&S/CDM legislation
• Knowledge of NEC contracts
• Experience managing one site or a section of a larger site as part of a wider team
• SMSTS and First Aid at Work
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:

• Negotiable salary (dependent on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Fuel card
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits
• Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
• Pension
• Retail discounts
• Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
• Continuous training and development
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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