Engineering Sub Agent, Civil Engineering

Sub Agent

Location: Norwich (A47 Project)

Rate: £400 - £450 per day (PAYE)

Start: ASAP

Duration: 2 Years

We are looking for an experienced Sub Agent to join a major highway upgrade on the A47 near Norwich. This role sits between the site engineering team and the Project Manager, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of specific main works sections.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in National Highways schemes, managing heavy earthworks, drainage, structures, or pavement packages. You will drive production on-site while ensuring absolute compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

• Section Management: Oversee the execution of assigned highway packages, managing site engineers and subcontractors to deliver to programme.

• Short-Term Planning: Develop 2-4 week look-ahead programmes, coordinating plant, labor, and material requirements.

• Health & Safety: Write, review, and implement RAMS. Ensure all works comply with Chapter 8 traffic management and strict site safety rules.

• Quality & Engineering: Review and sign off on ITPs, ensure quality records are accurately maintained, and manage technical queries (RFIs).

• Commercial Support: Track daily costs, measure outputs against the budget, and record any variations or delays.

• Highway
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven track record working as a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer on major highways infrastructure projects (National Highways experience preferred).

• Technical Background: Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering.

• Certifications: SMSTS, CSCS Black or Gold Card, and First Aid.

• Skills: Strong communication, programming capability (MS Project or Primavera), and the ability to manage multi-disciplinary site teams.

• Status: PAYE only.

• Location: On-site near Norwich (A47).

• Stability: Secure 2-year duration.

If you are interested in this opportunity please apply or reach out directly.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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