Site Agent

Overview

Project Site Agent Major Earthworks Project (Hampshire) – Permanent | Civil Engineering | Competitive Package + Vehicle

James Lambeth Recruitment is working with a leading civil engineering contractor to appoint a Project Site Agent for a major earthworks and infrastructure scheme in Hampshire. This is a site-based role supporting the Project Manager and Contract Manager across delivery, engineering, and project performance.

• Oversee day-to-day site activities, ensuring compliance with quality, health, safety and environmental standards
• Prepare project-specific quality, environmental and H&S plans
• Monitor progress against programme and budget, reporting weekly into CVRs and forecasts
• Interpret drawings and specifications, ensuring accurate construction on site
• Manage procurement, subcontractor performance and supplier payments
• Lead daily engineering briefings and coordinate engineering requirements with site teams
• Identify risks early and support commercial teams with accurate information
• Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development
• Ensure timely submission of documentation for the project H&S file

• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
• Proven experience as a Site Agent on major earthworks or heavy civils projects
• Strong understanding of NEC4 and experience with Design & Build
• Strong commercial awareness and communication skills
• Confident managing engineers and liaising with clients and subcontractors
• Able to interpret technical information and solve problems effectively
• Highly organised, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel/stay away when required

• Competitive salary
• Company-contributory pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Company vehicle