Site Agent

Site Agent - Civils & Drainage Location: Leeds Sector: Civil Engineering / Highways / Drainage Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, depending on experience We are currently looking for an experienced Site Agent to…

Pay rate £325 – £375/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 September 2026

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Site Agent - Civils & Drainage

Location: Leeds
Sector: Civil Engineering / Highways / Drainage
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

We are currently looking for an experienced Site Agent to join a civil engineering project in Leeds, working on highways, local streets and roads, with a strong focus on drainage and associated civils works.

The Role

As Site Agent, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and supervising civils, highways and drainage works.

Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and plant.

Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and programmes.

Managing daily site activities and maintaining progress against programme.

Ensuring all Health & Safety requirements are followed.

Liaising with the Site Manager, Project Manager, engineers and client representatives.

Monitoring quality and ensuring works are completed to specification.

Maintaining site records, permits, RAMS and daily reports.

Identifying and resolving site issues efficiently.

Supporting planning, sequencing and coordination of works on live highways and local road networks.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Site Agent / Senior Site Supervisor within civil engineering.

Strong experience in highways and drainage works.

Experience working on roads, local streets and live highway environments.

Good understanding of civils construction methods and site management.

Strong knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.

Ability to manage site teams and subcontractors effectively.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Relevant site qualifications such as SMSTS and CSCS.

A valid driving licence is desirable.

What We Offer

Competitive salary/package.

Long-term project opportunities.

Opportunity to work on major highways and civil engineering schemes.

Supportive working environment.

Potential for ongoing work and progression.

To apply: Please send your CV or Max (phone number removed)

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