Site Agent

Site Agent – Water Treatment / Civil Engineering Location: Reading, Berkshire Salary: £65,000 per annum + Package We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to join a major water treatment project in Reading. The successful candidate will have a strong background in heavy civils, groundworks and water infrastructure, with experience managing site teams and subcontractors to deliver complex works safely, on programme and to a high standard. The Project The project involves significant concrete and drainage works within a water treatment environment, including associated civil engineering and infrastructure works. The Role As Site Agent, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the programme, specification and quality requirements. Key Responsibilities * Lead and supervise site teams and subcontractors. * Monitor site activities against target programmes and project plans. * Ensure accurate site records are maintained, including daily diaries, QA documentation and as-built drawings. * Prepare and deliver daily site briefings. * Monitor works to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards and safe systems of work. * Attend site and progress meetings. * Manage formal communications with clients and subcontractors, including Early Warnings and instructions. * Ensure compliance with SHEQ requirements. * Prepare and manage site documentation, including RAMS and ITPs. * Monitor and ensure compliance with Inspection and Test Plans. * Work collaboratively with the client's team, design team and supply chain. * Identify opportunities to improve programme, productivity and project delivery. * Proactively resolve technical and operational issues on site. About You The ideal candidate will be an experienced Site Agent with a strong heavy civil engineering / groundworks background, ideally gained within water, utilities or infrastructure projects. You will be confident managing site operations, subcontractors and client relationships, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and programme delivery. Requirements * BSc, MSc or BEng in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. * Proven site management experience delivering projects to programme. * Strong background in heavy civils and groundworks. * Experience managing concrete and drainage works. * Experience of ducting and pumping shaft works. * Previous experience working under NEC3 contracts. * Strong understanding of SHEQ requirements. * Experience producing and managing RAMS, ITPs and site documentation. * Ability to manage subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a wider project team. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. What's on Offer? * £65,000 basic salary. * Competitive benefits package