Job Description:

Works Manager / Site Agent – Civils

Location: Leiston / Sizewell area, Suffolk
Duration: Long term
Start: September

We are looking for an experienced Works Manager / Site Agent to join a major civil engineering scheme based near Leiston, Suffolk.

Candidates must have a strong background in civil engineering, with proven experience managing earthworks and heavy civils packages. This role would suit someone who has previously worked on major infrastructure, highways or large-scale ground engineering projects.

Duties

• Managing day-to-day site operations and construction activities
• Coordinating engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and site teams
• Managing programme, productivity and sequencing of works
• Overseeing earthworks, drainage, roads and associated civils
• Ensuring works are delivered safely and in accordance with specifications
• Managing RAMS, permits and site documentation
• Monitoring quality and health & safety standards
• Liaising with project management, engineering teams and client representatives
• Producing progress reports and resolving site issues

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Works Manager or Site Agent within civil engineering
• Strong experience managing earthworks and heavy civils
• Previous experience on major infrastructure or highways projects
• Experience with drainage, roads, groundworks and associated civils
• SMSTS
• First Aid
• Appropriate CSCS card
• Strong leadership and site management skills

Candidates without a solid civils background will not be suitable for this position.