About this role
This contract Sub Agent role in Stechford sits within tunnelling and heavy civils on a major civil engineering project with an established main contractor, initially for six months. You will manage and coordinate sections of works from planning through to completion, overseeing site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and specialist packages. Responsibilities include producing and reviewing RAMS, method statements, permits and construction documentation, coordinating temporary works and interfaces between work packages, and monitoring programme progress to identify potential delays or construction issues. The rate is £475–£500 per day.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Sub Agent to join a major civil engineering project, working with an established main contractor.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in tunnelling, underground works or major infrastructure who is comfortable taking responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of technically challenging construction activities.
Key Responsibilities- Manage and coordinate sections of works from planning through to completion.
- Oversee site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and specialist packages.
- Ensure works are delivered safely and in accordance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
- Produce and review RAMS, method statements, permits and construction documentation.
- Coordinate temporary works and interfaces between different work packages.
- Monitor programme progress and identify potential delays or construction issues.
- Work closely with the Site Agent, Project Manager and commercial team.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
- Support short-term planning, site logistics and allocation of labour and resources.
We're looking for someone with:
- Previous experience working as a Sub Agent, Section Engineer or Site Agent.
- Strong main contractor civil engineering experience.
- Experience within tunnelling, underground works, shafts or major heavy civils is highly desirable.
- Good understanding of temporary works and construction sequencing.
- Strong engineering and technical knowledge.
- Experience managing subcontractors and engineering teams.
- Relevant civil engineering qualification such as HNC/HND or degree.
- Current CSCS certification.
- SMSTS
You'll be joining a major infrastructure project with the opportunity to work on technically challenging civil engineering and tunnelling works within an experienced delivery team.
If you're a Sub Agent with main contractor experience and a background in tunnelling or heavy civils, apply now for further information.