Construction Agent, Civil Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Agent to join our team delivering a major Flood Defence Scheme, based out of Farringdon. This is a key role focused on pre-construction planning, construction methodology development, and temporary works coordination for a technically complex infrastructure project.

You will play a critical role in shaping delivery strategy, managing risk, and ensuring buildability from concept through to construction.

Pre-Construction

• Lead planning and coordination during pre-construction phases

• Develop detailed construction programmes and phasing strategies

• Identify key risks and mitigation measures

• Support cost planning, procurement strategies, and value engineering

Methodology

• Produce and review detailed construction methodologies

• Ensure methods are safe, efficient, and aligned with programme objectives

• Interface with designers to drive buildability solutions

• Coordinate environmental and stakeholder constraints specific to flood defence works

Temporary Works

• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or oversee TWC function

• Manage design briefs and approvals in line with BS 5975

• Ensure robust implementation and compliance

• Monitor temporary works on site during early construction phases

• Proven experience as an Agent / Senior Sub Agent on civil engineering or infrastructure schemes

• Strong background in flood defence, marine, or heavy civils projects

• Solid understanding of pre-construction processes

• Experience developing complex methodologies in constrained urban environments

• Temporary Works experience (TWC preferred)

• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills