Site Agent
Girling Jones Ltd
The Company
We're working with a respected civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across Exeter, Devon and Somerset. With a strong regional reputation and a healthy pipeline of secured work, they specialise in schemes valued between £5m–£40m, including:
- Highways and infrastructure
- Bridge and structural works
- Section 278 projects
- Public realm improvements
- Road widening and junction upgrades
The Role
As Site Agent, you'll oversee the safe and successful delivery of civil engineering projects, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working alongside clients, subcontractors and internal teams, you'll be a key figure in driving site performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing day-to-day site operations
- Leading site teams and subcontractors
- Chairing client and progress meetings
- Producing short-term programmes and look-ahead plans
- Reviewing RAMS and ensuring H&S compliance
- Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
- Maintaining quality assurance throughout project delivery
You'll ideally have:
- Degree in Civil Engineering
- Experience with a civil engineering main contractor
- Background in highways, infrastructure or structures
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
- Commitment to quality, safety and compliance
- Competitive salary
- Company vehicle
- Performance bonus
- Private healthcare
- Pension
- 26 days holiday
- Ongoing training and career progression
- Supportive, collaborative working environment
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