Site Agent
Location:Oxfordshire
Rate: £500-£550 per day (umbrella)
Contract: 6 months+ (major 2-3 year highways programme, strong extension likelihood)
Start: ASAP
Interview: ASAP
Client: Tier 1 Highways Contractor
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support a major highways development in Oxfordshire. This is a long‑term programme with substantial civils, roadworks, structures, drainage and utilities interfaces, offering stability and strong extension potential.
You will lead Site Engineers and Section Engineers, drive construction delivery, manage subcontractors, oversee planning and programme data, and ensure compliance with HSE, quality and specification requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
Manage and mentor Site Engineers and Section Engineers
Support the Project Manager in driving construction delivery
Allocate and control project resources across work packages
Construction Delivery
Assist with planning the construction phase and sequencing
Compile and review work package plans and management plans
Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to specification
Support project delivery within budget and contractual requirements
Programme, Reporting & Commercial Interface
Work closely with planning teams to obtain accurate programme data
Monitor and report on contractual obligations
Liaise with commercial teams to ensure timely record preparation
Prepare daily activity briefings and maintain site diaries
Subcontractor & Supplier Management
Manage and monitor subcontractor performance and relationships
Ensure quality, environmental and HSE plans are implemented on site
Compliance & Safety
Ensure full compliance with HSE and CDM requirements
Promote a strong safety culture across the site team
Attend weekly and monthly site meetings
Quality & Close‑Out
Ensure works meet specification and quality standards
Assist with preparing project close‑out documentation
Essential Experience
Strong background in civil engineering
Proven experience as a Site Agent or managing a section of a major civils site
Excellent knowledge of NEC
HNC or higher in Civil Engineering
Strong communication, planning and problem‑solving skills
Experience supervising engineers and subcontractors
Understanding of current H&S / CDM legislation
SMSTS and First Aid at Work
Desirable Experience
Experience on highways schemes
CPCS Appointed Person for Lifting
Temporary Works Coordinator trained
Proficient in AutoCAD
Strong long‑term planning and programme awareness
Contract Details
Rate: £500-£550 per day (umbrella)
Duration: 6 months+ (project runs 2-3 years)
Start: ASAP
Interview: ASAP
Location: Oxfordshire
Client: Tier 1 Highways Contractor
Next Steps
For more information, please call Daniel Baker on (phone number removed) or apply via this advert
