Site Agent| Main Contractor

Site Agent - Main contractor - Didcot

Our client is a well-established Tier One civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. They are renowned for their focus on safety, quality, collaboration and successful project delivery, and for fostering a supportive culture where people can grow and develop their careers.

Our client is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of a major civil engineering project in the Didcot area. You will work closely with the Project Manager and wider site team to ensure day‑to‑day operations run safely, efficiently and to programme, while maintaining excellent standards of quality and compliance.

• Lead and coordinate day‑to‑day operations on site to deliver assigned works safely, on time and within quality standards.
• Supervise subcontractors and site teams to ensure work is delivered in line with method statements, drawings and programme requirements.
• Monitor site activities and progress, reporting regularly to the Project Manager.
• Assist with planning, scheduling and resource requirements.
• Prepare and review site documentation including RAMS, daily reports, quality records and inspection test plans (ITPs).
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards at all times.
• Maintain accurate site records, as‑built information and contractual documentation.
• Facilitate site meetings, briefings and toolbox talks with the workforce.
• Liaise with clients, designers, stakeholders and supply chain as required.
• Identify and raise issues/risks promptly and assist in problem‑solving to maintain progress.

• Proven experience working as a Site Agent (or in a similar supervisory role) on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Sound technical understanding of construction methods, contract requirements and site delivery.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Excellent communication, organisational and planning skills.
• Strong leadership and people management capability on site.
• Proactive approach to safety and quality.
• Competent in preparing and maintaining site documentation.
• Relevant construction qualification (e.g., NVQ, HND, Degree) preferred.
• Valid CSCS card (or equivalent) required.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role on a major civil engineering contract.
• Supportive team environment with scope for personal and professional development.
• Work with a reputable main contractor known for delivering high‑profile infrastructure projects.