SITE AGENT - RAIL – ACCESS FOR All (AFA) – NORTH WEST – CONTRACT INSIDE IR35
Role: Site Agent - North West
Contract Type: Freelance Inside ir35
Sector: Rail Infrastructure - Access for All
We are working with a leading rail civil engineering contractor delivering a number of Access for All (AfA) schemes across the rail network and are looking to recruit an experienced Site Agent to oversee the successful delivery of station accessibility improvements. These projects involve the construction of new lift shafts, footbridges, platform modifications, station upgrades, reinforced concrete structures, steelwork installations, foundations, drainage and associated rail civils works within live operational railway environments.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the safe and efficient delivery of Access for All projects from inception through to handover.
Lead site teams, subcontractors and suppliers on rail infrastructure projects.
Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with Network Rail standards and project specifications.
Oversee lift shaft construction, reinforced concrete works, structural installations and station modifications.
Manage project programmes, budgets and resource allocation.
Produce and review RAMS, work package plans and construction documentation.
Coordinate possession planning, access requirements and stakeholder interfaces.
Monitor project progress and provide regular reporting to clients and senior management.
Ensure quality assurance procedures, inspections and handovers are completed.
Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve technical challenges.
Maintain excellent health, safety and environmental standards throughout project delivery.
Build strong relationships with Network Rail, clients, designers and project stakeholders.
Requirements
Valid PTS certification required.
Proven experience as a Site Agent, Senior Agent or Project Engineer within the rail sector.
Previous experience delivering Access for All, station enhancement or rail civils projects.
Strong background in reinforced concrete structures and lift shaft construction.
Excellent knowledge of Network Rail standards and procedures.
Experience managing subcontractors, temporary works and site delivery teams.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams within live railway environments.
Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
Qualifications
HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering.
SMSTS.
CSCS Card.
Temporary Works Coordinator experience advantageous.
First Aid qualification desirable.
Package
Competitive day rate.
Long term project potential
Opportunity to work on high-profile rail infrastructure projects improving accessibility across the UK rail network.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Agent seeking a long-term role on a diverse portfolio of Access for All projects, delivering essential station accessibility improvements including new lift shafts, footbridges and station enhancement works
