Site Agent
Job in
Exeter, Devon, EX2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Girling Jones Ltd
Contract
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Structural Engineer, Site Manager -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Site Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Major Marine Civil Engineering Project Britain s Ocean City
The Opportunity
We re recruiting an experienced Site Agent to take full operational ownership of a major work package on a flagship marine civil engineering scheme in Britain s Ocean City.
This is a nationally significant infrastructure project delivering complex reinforced concrete and heavy civils works in a technically demanding marine environment.
If you re ready to lead from the front, drive programme and take full responsibility for delivery this is a serious opportunity.
The Business
Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation across the marine, water, environmental infrastructure and energy sectors.
They deliver high-profile, technically challenging schemes for major public and private sector clients and are known for quality, precision and repeat business.
This is a business where standards are high and leadership matters.
The Role
As Site Agent, you ll take responsibility for the safe, efficient and commercially sound delivery of a major section of works.
You ll lead engineering, supervisory and subcontract teams, ensuring works are delivered to programme, budget and quality expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Full operational management of a defined work package
- Leading Senior Engineers, Section Engineers and site teams
- Managing subcontractors and specialist trades
- Driving short-term planning and programme delivery
- Leading client interface and attending progress meetings
- Overseeing H&S compliance and site standards
- Reviewing and approving RAMS
- Working closely with commercial teams on cost control and reporting
- Proactively identifying and resolving delivery risks
- Ensuring quality and technical compliance on complex RC and marine works
About You
We re looking for a proven Site Agent with strong heavy civils experience.
You ll bring:
- Experience delivering major civil engineering projects as Site Agent
- Strong background in reinforced concrete structures
- Marine or infrastructure project experience desirable
- Proven ability to manage teams and subcontractors
- Strong commercial awareness and NEC contract familiarity
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
- Ability to obtain SC Security Clearance
What s In It For You?
- Long-term security on a nationally significant project
- Full ownership of a major work package
- Technically challenging and varied works
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Strong forward workload and future opportunities
Apply now to hear more
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