Engineering Sub Agent, Civil Engineering

Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Sub Agent to join one of the largest and most high-profile Civil Engineering projects in the South West, joining an award‑winning, tier‑one contractor that has secured exciting, challenging and long‑term work ahead.

This is a senior role on a complex, technically demanding infrastructure scheme, and the successful candidate will have a proven track record in delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects and experience managing teams and sections of work.

• Manage and coordinate sections of work, ensuring delivery to programme, quality, and budget.
• Lead, supervise and mentor engineers and site teams.
• Review and approve RAMS, ITPs, and quality documentation prior to works commencing.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance across site operations.
• Oversee setting out activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with design specifications.
• Manage subcontractors and maintain strong working relationships with the supply chain.
• Support commercial processes including forecasting, reporting, and measurement for payment.
• Ensure accurate record keeping including site diaries and project documentation.
• Liaise with client representatives and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, or related discipline.
• CSCS card.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
• Proven experience in delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and experience supporting cost and programme management.
• Experience in reinforced concrete works (essential).
• Temporary Works Supervisor experience (desirable).

• Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS and SC security clearance will be required (this process can take several weeks).
• Candidates must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and hold a passport from a NATO or MISWG member country.

• £450 - £500 p/day PAYE Umbrella.

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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