Position: Site Agent Highways & Civil Works

Employment Model: 16-month Fixed Term Contract (PAYE)
Location: Heaton, Newcastle
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (negotiable)

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme with up to 10% contribution

• Life Assurance at x4 basic salary

• 25 days annual leave + Public Holidays

• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme

• Hybrid Working Scheme (depending on the role)

• Fully funded Professional Qualification opportunities

• Ongoing personal and professional development

• Employee discounts on car leasing, holidays, restaurants and more

The Company: Our client is a major player in UK Civil Engineering & Infrastructure, supporting a wide range of highway and civil works projects. From junction improvements to surfacing, drainage, and pedestrian infrastructure, they deliver high-quality, sustainable construction solutions across the country.

The Role: As Site Agent, youll be responsible for the safe, efficient delivery of highway and civil works, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring all works are completed to high standards of safety, quality and cost efficiency. Youll lead site teams, manage subcontractors, control budgets and ensure strict compliance with industry and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, motivate and manage site teams and subcontractors

• Promote and enforce health and safety standards (zero tolerance to unsafe acts)

• Manage resources, programmes, labour and materials

• Deliver projects within time, budget and specification

• Maintain strong client communication and satisfaction

• Ensure site records, reports, and safety documentation are accurate and up to date

• Encourage continuous improvement and staff development

Requirements:

• ONC/HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction

• Full clean driving licence

• CSCS Professionally Qualified

• SMSTS / IOSH certified

• Strong experience in highway construction and maintenance

• Commercial and contractual awareness

• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills

Interested?
Please email Adam Calderwood with an up-to-date copy of your CV to apply.

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