site agent.

This Site Agent position offers an outstanding opportunity to lead operational delivery across civil engineering and water infrastructure projects in Wiltshire. You will take full site management responsibility for delivering clean and foul water schemes safely, to specification, and on schedule while maximizing commercial performance.

• Lead multidisciplinary site teams, engineers, foremen, direct labour, and subcontractors to deliver civil engineering works safely.
• Manage construction programs, 2-week look-aheads, project plans, RAMS, ITPs, and material procurement schedules.
• Monitor project cost plans, maintain detailed site diaries, and execute value engineering opportunities to drive commercial performance.
• Act as the primary client interface on site, holding weekly progress meetings and delivering accurate monthly reporting.

About You

You are an experienced Site Agent with a strong operational background in civil engineering, specifically with proven clean and foul water experience delivering schemes for regulated water utilities. You possess strong leadership capabilities, technical problem-solving skills, and sound commercial awareness.

• Hold a recognized Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent professional qualification).
• Demonstrate essential experience as a Site Agent delivering clean and foul water schemes for regulated water clients.
• Hold essential site tickets: SMSTS (or IOSH Managing Safely), CSCS Card, Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), and Streetworks Supervisor (NRSWA).
• Possess Confined Space certification alongside a strong working knowledge of CDM regulations, cost control, and forecasting.
• Show proven ability to lead direct labour and subcontractors, challenge site designs, and drive safety-first site cultures.

About Us

Our client is an established, privately owned civil engineering contractor that prioritizes family values and direct delivery. Recognised for high workplace standards, they foster an inclusive environment that welcomes talent from all backgrounds and identity groups.

• Join a values-driven organization committed to maintaining an open, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
• Benefit from long-term job security supported by major regional framework agreements and water infrastructure schemes.
• Access structured leadership and management coaching designed to support your career progression into Project Management.
• Work alongside experienced industry specialists in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

About Your Future

Taking on this key operational site role positions you for clear career advancement into Senior Site Agent and Contracts Management roles within expanding regional business units.

• Secure a permanent, full-time position backed by a stable and expanding regional infrastructure pipeline.
• Receive a competitive base salary of £70,000 plus a company car allowance or vehicle scheme options.
• Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, additional loyalty days, and dedicated volunteering leave.
• Gain access to private medical cover, company pension schemes, life assurance, and continuous professional development.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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