Site Agent

Site Agent / Site Manager

Salary: Up to £55,000

Location: Wiltshire, with projects across Bournemouth, Poole and South Dorset

Type: Permanent

Working Arrangements: Site-based, with travel across the operational region

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager to join its operational team, delivering a varied programme of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the South West.

You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and design through to construction, commissioning and handover. Projects will include improvements to water treatment works, flood defence schemes and nature-based solutions that support biodiversity and environmental sustainability.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of site delivery, work alongside experienced engineering and commercial teams, and contribute to essential infrastructure projects with a lasting impact on local communities.

About the Client

Our client is an established design-and-build contractor operating across the UK water, energy and environmental sectors. Combining engineering expertise with practical construction delivery, the business has a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects.

With a substantial pipeline of work and long-term investment in the water sector, our client offers a stable environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with design and commercial teams to improve delivery efficiency, identify opportunities and manage project risks.
• Support site-level procurement, coordinate subcontractor activities and manage site logistics.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records and ensure compliance with relevant procedures and standards.
• Keep the client informed of project progress, addressing concerns and communicating any issues effectively.
• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator, overseeing temporary works installation and ensuring compliance with approved designs and specifications.
• Contribute to all stages of project delivery, from initial planning through construction, commissioning and final handover.
• Promote a strong safety culture and maintain high standards across site activities.

What Our Client is Looking For

• A valid CSCS card.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• An HNC, degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• A sound understanding of civil engineering principles and construction practices.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, subcontractors, clients and other stakeholders.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites throughout the operational region.

What Our Client Offers

• A competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Significant investment in training and professional development.
• A tailored career progression plan.
• Support towards achieving professional chartership.
• A comprehensive benefits package covering financial wellbeing, lifestyle, health and wellbeing.
• The opportunity to work on a long-term programme of essential water and environmental infrastructure projects.

Eligibility

Candidates should have the relevant civil engineering or construction experience, hold a valid CSCS card and possess SSSTS or SMSTS certification.

A valid driving licence and the ability to travel to sites across the region are also required.

Opportunity for Growth

Our client is committed to developing its people through structured training, ongoing professional support and clear progression opportunities.

You'll have the chance to broaden your experience across a varied portfolio of water infrastructure projects, strengthen your site management expertise and work towards professional chartership.