Construction Sub Agent, Civil Engineering
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Construction
Civil Engineering, Site Manager, Road Construction -
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Site Manager, Road Construction
Location: Heathrow Airport, London
Sector: Aviation / Airside Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
Role: Sub Agent
Project: Major Airside Infrastructure Programme
Sub Agent - Airside Civils & Infrastructure
Location: Heathrow Airport, London
Sector: Aviation / Airside Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
Role: Sub Agent
Project: Major Airside Infrastructure Programme
Danny Sullivan Group is recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to support the delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure works within a live airport environment.
The successful candidate will work as part of the delivery team, taking responsibility for sections of work across airside roads, pavements and associated civil engineering infrastructure
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This is a delivery-focused position requiring a strong civil engineering background and the ability to coordinate engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and supply-chain partners in a highly controlled, safety-critical environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage the day-to-day delivery of allocated sections of the project.
Coordinate works across airside roads, pavements and associated civils packages
.Manage Site Engineers, Section Engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
Ensure works are delivered safely and in accordance with programme, design and quality requirements.
Review and manage RAMS, ITPs, permits, temporary works and construction documentation
.Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources.
Monitor progress against programme and provide regular updates to the Site Agent/Project Manager.
Liaise with designers, commercial teams, planners and other project stakeholders.
Identify and resolve engineering and construction issues.
Ensure compliance with project HSEQ procedures and airport-specific requirements.
Manage interfaces between different work packages within a live operational environment.
Support short-term planning, look-ahead programmes and sequencing of works.
Maintain accurate site records and support handover and completion documentation.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience delivering heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects
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Relevant backgrounds could include:
Airport / aviation infrastructure
Airside roads and pavements
Highways and major road schemes
Heavy civils
Concrete and pavement construction
Drainage
Earthworks
Utilities
Major infrastructure projects
Previous airside or airport experience would be highly advantageous
, although strong Sub Agents from major highways or comparable heavy civil engineering environments should also be considered.
Candidates should ideally have:
Previous experience working as a Sub Agent, Section Engineer or similar delivery-level position
.Civil Engineering qualification
- HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent
.Strong understanding of construction methodology and site engineering.
Experience managing subcontractors and site teams.
Good knowledge of RAMS, ITPs, temporary works and quality procedures.
Strong health & safety awareness.
CSCS.
SMSTS or equivalent site-management qualification.
Full UK driving licence.
Experience working within a live, safety-critical or operational environment would be particularly relevant.
Equal OpportunitiesDanny Sullivan Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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