Senior Site Agent - Water Capital Delivery

Posted 25 June 2025
Salary Market related
LocationSutton
Job type Contract - Full Time
Discipline Water & Environmental
ReferenceJO0000059521

Job description

Senior Site Agent - Water Capital Delivery
Location: South East England (Thames Valley Region)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Join a Legacy of Infrastructure Excellence


Our client is currently looking for a Senior Site Agent to join a high-performing water capital delivery team working on essential reservoir and water infrastructure projects.
This is your chance to lead major schemes that secure long-term water resilience and environmental protection, while working in a collaborative and people-focused organisation where your input is valued and your growth supported.


The Role:
As Senior Site Agent, you'll manage the design and build of critical water assets - primarily service reservoirs - within the Thames Water Capital Delivery Framework. You'll lead safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery, working closely with Project and Construction Managers, site teams, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee site safety, daily briefings, permit control, and SHE compliance
  • Lead temporary works and lifting inspections
  • Drive quality from mobilisation through to defect-free completion
  • Manage procurement, site spend, and plant controls
  • Support commercial management with accurate reporting, certification, and early warning notices
  • Build a collaborative site culture focused on best practice, innovation, and delivery excellence

About You:

  • 10+ years' experience as a Site Agent in civil engineering, ideally water sector
  • Demonstrated expertise in concrete structures, deep excavations, trenchless techniques, and live site operations
  • Technically proficient with Microsoft Office and site documentation tools

Required Qualifications & Certifications:

  • Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
  • CSCS card & SMSTS
  • EUSR SHEA Water, NRSWA, First Aid (3-day), Confined Space ticket
  • CAT & Genny, Temporary Works Supervisor, Lifting Supervisor (Appointed Person)
  • Full UK driving licence


What's On Offer:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Defined career pathway with leadership opportunities
  • Long-term projects with real environmental impact
  • A friendly, inclusive workplace culture that encourages growth
  • Access to a wide range of employee benefits (including company vehicle schemes, health cash plans, bonus scheme, and more)

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today with your CV.
Mario | Carrington West
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