Site Agent

Posted 02 February 2023
Salary £43 per hour
LocationCambridge
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration6 Months
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000039732
Contact NameMatthew Ulysses

Job description

What we need
Carrington West has an exciting opportunity to join a major Highways Company as a Site Agent working on sites in and around the Cambridgeshire Highways network.
You will work closely with the Project Manager to deliver multiple delivery and maintenance schemes on the contract.

What you will do
Contribute towards the successful delivery of the schemes
Produce and manage weekly/biweekly project programme and supervise the delivery
Understand and interpret drawings and specifications
Ensure all staff, subcontractors and visitors are properly inducted, meet the competencies required of them and hold relevant qualifications and tickets
Obtain all 'as built' information ensuring that it is accurate and relevant
Contribute towards the cost plan and management for the schemes;
Ensure detailed site diaries/records are completed;
Managing resources;
Ensure that records of resources are complete and accurate;
A big part of your role will be to adhere to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality polices of the business.
Comply with Company procedures and legal obligations at all times, promoting best practice
Maintain and manage construction sites and subcontractors, developing positive working relationships
Oversee and ensure that all HSEQ-related documentation is produced, kept up to date and is briefed as necessary
Ensure that daily, weekly and monthly inspections are carried out and all audits and reports are produced
Liaise with relevant third parties and government agencies

What you will need to succeed
Relevant industry qualification BEng/HND/HNC or equivalent
Relevant CSCS card
SMSTS 5-day safety qualification
Minimum of 3 years' experience in the construction (ideally highways) industry
 
What you will get in return
This is a great opportunity to join a busy and expanding major contractor with an excellent reputation and friendly inclusive team. You will be paid £43 per hour.
 
What to do now
If you are interested in this job and match the criteria described, please send us your CV today.
 
What if it's not for you
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Matt Ulysses at Carrington West on 02393876013 for more information.