Sub Agent - Highways

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Sub Agent with a strong background in highways and major civil engineering projects to join a leading delivery team working on the HS2 programme at Chipping Warden. This role will play a key part in the safe and efficient delivery of highways, earthworks, drainage and associated civil engineering works on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Site Agent in the successful delivery of highways and civil engineering works.
• Manage sections of work to ensure delivery against programme, budget, quality and safety objectives.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers and site teams on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with design specifications and contractual requirements.
• Produce and review RAMS, ITPs, work package plans and short-term programmes.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with HS2, client and company health, safety and environmental standards.
• Liaise with engineers, commercial teams, planners and stakeholders to coordinate project activities.
• Support NEC contract administration and change management processes.
• Drive a positive safety culture and promote continuous improvement across the project.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Sub Agent, Site Agent or Section Engineer on major infrastructure or highways projects.
• Strong background in highways construction, including:
  • Road construction
  • Drainage
  • Earthworks
  • Pavements
  • Structures interfaces
  • Traffic management
• Experience delivering projects for Tier 1 contractors or major infrastructure joint ventures.
• Good understanding of NEC contracts.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and technical compliance.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

• Experience on National Highways schemes, major road improvement projects or large-scale infrastructure programmes.
• Previous involvement with HS2, rail civils, heavy civils or complex multidisciplinary projects.
• Temporary Works awareness and construction planning experience.