Site Agent

Site Agent

Ipswich
£35 per hour
Long-Term Contract

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of major highways and civil infrastructure works across Suffolk. Due to increasing project demand and continued investment in infrastructure improvements, this role offers long-term contract stability and the chance to take ownership of key highways schemes from planning through to delivery.

You will play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and within budget while maintaining high HSEQ standards throughout.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage and supervise highways and civil engineering schemes on-site.

· Coordinate labour, materials, plant, and subcontractor resources effectively.

· Ensure Construction Phase Plans, RAMS, and safe systems of work are fully implemented.

· Liaise with stakeholders including local authorities, designers, network managers, and community representatives.

· Monitor project progress, programme delivery, and commercial performance.

· Maintain accurate site records, diaries, resource allocations, and as-built information.

· Support construction planning, phasing, buildability reviews, and traffic management planning.

· Work collaboratively with supply chain partners and project teams.

· Contribute to value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.

· Ensure full compliance with HSEQ procedures and reporting requirements.

Requirements

· SMSTS or IOSH certification.

· Valid CSCS card.

· Experience delivering highways or civil infrastructure projects.

· Strong understanding of site safety, programme management, and project delivery.

· Experience managing subcontractors, site resources, and project costs.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

· Full UK driving licence.

· HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering desirable but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Agent looking to join a busy infrastructure programme with a strong pipeline of works and long-term contract potential.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
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NOTE:

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, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jason at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.

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