Site Agent - SC Cleared

Site Agent - Devonport

Location: Plymouth

About the Opportunity

We're offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Site Agent to join our clients team delivering one of the UK's most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects in the South West. As a key member of their delivery team, you'll play a vital role in leading on-site construction activities, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of works across this landmark project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, visible leadership on site, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration.

• Coordinate and manage subcontractor activities, including leading progress and coordination meetings.

• Liaise with senior leadership and cross-functional project teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities, maintaining the project risk register.

• Review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure full adherence to health, safety, and environmental legislation, company policies, and best practices.

• Oversee planning and scheduling of site activities in collaboration with subcontractors and site teams.

• Support the collation and completion of project documentation for handover.

About You

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Site Agent or 2+ years as a Senior Engineer on large-scale civil engineering projects.

• Strong technical understanding of construction processes and site management.

• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders effectively.

• Proficient in MS Office and confident producing reports and documentation.

Desirable Experience:

• Knowledge of BIM / Digital Construction tools (Autodesk, Bentley).

• Experience with scheduling software (Aphex, P6).

• Awareness of behavioural safety practices and leadership in safety culture.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• Valid CSCS card.

Desirable:

• Chartered status with a relevant institution (e.g., ICE).

• Project Management qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, etc.).

• SMSTS / IOSH certification.

• Additional site qualifications (e.g., Temporary Works Coordinator, Lifting Appointed Person, Confined Spaces).