SITE AGENT REQUIRED - CIVILS & SHAFT SINKING - CUMBRIA
📍 Location: Cumbria
Duration: 12 Months
Accommodation: Digs Provided
Sector: Civil Engineering | Shaft Sinking | Tunnelling
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civils & Shaft Sinking Site Agent to oversee a major civil engineering infrastructure project in Cumbria.
This position requires an established Site Agent with a proven track record working with Tier 1 contractors, capable of managing complex construction operations, site documentation, procurement and project delivery.
TIER 1 CONTRACTOR EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate daily site operations, including civils and shaft sinking activities.
- Prepare, review and manage RAMS, Method Statements, Risk Assessments and associated site documentation.
- Manage procurement of materials, plant, equipment and subcontractor packages.
- Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and engineering personnel.
- Monitor construction programmes, progress, productivity and quality.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, technical specifications and client standards.
- Manage site reporting, progress meetings, quality records and project documentation.
- Liaise directly with Tier 1 clients, project managers and senior stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve technical, operational and programme-related issues.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Site Agent on major civil engineering projects.
- Tier 1 contractor/client experience - essential.
- Strong background in shaft sinking, deep excavations and associated civil engineering works.
- Comprehensive knowledge of RAMS, Method Statements, temporary works and site safety procedures.
- Demonstrable procurement and subcontractor management experience.
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and digital site reporting systems.
- Ability to manage construction programmes, technical documentation and commercial records.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Relevant construction management qualifications and certifications.
What's on Offer?
- 12-month project duration.
- Accommodation/digs provided.
- Major civil engineering infrastructure project.
- Technically challenging shaft sinking operations.
- Opportunity to work within an established project team.
We are particularly interested in speaking with experienced Site Agents who have successfully delivered major civils and shaft sinking projects within Tier 1 environments.
Candidates must be confident managing both the operational and administrative demands of a major infrastructure project.
Interested? Contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
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