A leading civil engineering contractor delivering complex infrastructure schemes across the UK is seeking a Sub Agent for a major highways project in Cumbria. This permanent role will take ownership of planning, programming and delivery for defined sections of work, ensuring design, temporary works and subcontractor activities are coordinated into safe, efficient, buildable solutions. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate highways and civil engineering works in line with programme, quality and safety requirements. Develop and maintain short-term programmes and lookaheads (1-6 weeks), aligning labour, plant and materials with the overall project schedule. Plan, brief and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring scope, interfaces, resources and constraints are clearly defined and monitored. Track progress against programme, identify variances, and provide accurate productivity, cost and milestone forecasts. Work with Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. As our portfolio continues to grow, we're looking for a motivated Sub Agent to join our team and help deliver a major National Grid substation project. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of key work packages on high-profile schemes that will help power communities and businesses for generations to come. Working alongside the Project Manager and Site Agent, you'll lead engineers, supervisors and supply chain partners to safely deliver complex civil, structural and electrical interface works to programme, budget and quality expectations. About you We're...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. As our portfolio continues to grow, we're looking for a motivated Sub Agent to join our team and help deliver a major National Grid substation project. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of key work packages on high-profile schemes that will help power communities and businesses for generations to come. Working alongside the Project Manager and Site Agent, you'll lead engineers, supervisors and supply chain partners to safely deliver complex civil, structural and electrical interface works to programme, budget and quality expectations. About you We're...

Job Title: Sub Agent - Major Infrastructure / Ground Investigation Location: Inveraray Assignment Duration: Contract (Late September Start) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Sub Agent / Ground Investigation Specialist with over 25 years of UK infrastructure experience to lead and coordinate multi-front site operations. In this role, you will oversee complex Ground Investigation (GI) activities, manage on-site logistics, drive contractor and subcontractor delivery, and enforce strict CDM 2015 compliance and Health & Safety standards across major infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Site Operations & Management: Act as Site Agent / Client Representative, managing daily site logistics, subcontractor activities, and multi-front GI teams. Safety & Compliance: Enforce safe systems of work, prepare and verify RAMS, issue Permits to Dig, deliver inductions/toolbox talks, and uphold CDM 2015 standards. Technical Supervision:...

Sub Agent Location: Central London Randstad is recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent / Senior Engineer with General civils works - RC works, excavations and backfilling experience. You will be joining a Contractor, working on a prestigious Project in Central London Key Responsibilities: Managing Site engineers, engineering activities and self-delivery teams Planning, forecasting, and delivering works to programme Developing and maintaining programmes, risk assessments, and quality assurance documentation Overseeing design coordination, NCRs, RFIs, and health & safety compliance Essential Experience: Significant hands-on experience delivering Civils or rail projects Strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage works independently Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills This role is paying 430 a day CIS Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is...

Are you an experienced Sub Agent looking for your next contract with an established Tier 1 Contractor? My industry leading tier 1 civil engineering and rail contractor client are looking for an experienced Sub Agent to join the largest rail project in the North of England. Roles and Responsibilities: Planning and programming of the works Monitoring and implementing the financial controls and cost reports Management and monitoring of Sub Agents, Section Engineers and the works team Liaise and chair client/project meetings Oversee daily administration, quality, audits, permits and records Implementation of company procedures and protocols Compilation of Method statements and risk assessments Interpreting and implementing of the design Health and Safety compliance Candidate Requirements: Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent Proven experience at Agent level Proven experience working for a tier 1 on a large infrastructure project Rail background...

ROLE TITLE Sub Agent - Heavy Civils KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Health, Safety & Environment Ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved Method Statements and Risk Assessments. Promote a strong safety culture and carry out regular site inspections and audits. Support incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Ensure temporary works and environmental controls are properly planned and managed. Engineering & Construction Lead the engineering delivery of a defined section of works. Coordinate engineers, site teams and subcontractors. Review drawings, specifications and construction information. Resolve technical and construction issues with the project and design teams. Ensure effective setting out, surveying and engineering control. Monitor progress and identify risks, constraints and required actions. Heavy Civils Experience in one or more of the following: Earthworks and groundworks Reinforced...

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sub Agent to lead and control a key section of a significant infrastructure project located near Penryth. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a 2.5KM highway and roadworks project, managing a dedicated team of section engineers, site engineers, and apprentices to ensure efficient delivery of works. Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Take overall responsibility for the construction works, ensuring that all activities align with project schedules and business objectives. Health, Safety & Environment: Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm. Review method statements and risk assessments, lead accident investigations, and ensure all site activities comply with rigorous safety standards, including confined space and hot works permits. Team Management: Motivate and mentor your team, monitoring performance and providing coaching to ensure the development of technical skills across all levels....

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sub Agent to lead and control a key section of a significant infrastructure project located near Penryth. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a 2.5KM highway and roadworks project, managing a dedicated team of section engineers, site engineers, and apprentices to ensure efficient delivery of works. Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Take overall responsibility for the construction works, ensuring that all activities align with project schedules and business objectives. Health, Safety & Environment: Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm. Review method statements and risk assessments, lead accident investigations, and ensure all site activities comply with rigorous safety standards, including confined space and hot works permits. Team Management: Motivate and mentor your team, monitoring performance and providing coaching to ensure the development of technical skills across all levels. Commercial...

Sub Agent Civil Engineering Location: Stirling Duration : ASAP Christmas 2026 / Early 2027 Company : NA Role : Sub Agent Sector : Civil Engineering / Construction We are currently seeking an experienced Sub Agent to support the Project Manager on a civil engineering project close to Stirling, starting ASAP and running through to Christmas 2026. The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced Project Manager, providing support with the day-to-day management and delivery of work on site. Key Responsibilities Support the Project Manager with the day-to-day running of the project. Assist with coordinating site activities, labour, plant, and subcontractors. Monitor progress and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards. Assist with site documentation, reporting, and quality control. Ensure health, safety and environmental requirements are maintained across the site. Liaise with engineers, subcontractors, and the wider...

Sub Agent Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Contract Opportunity We are currently recruiting for experienced Sub Agents to support the delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the Thames Water region. Working closely with the Site Agent and wider project team, you will support the planning and coordination of site activities, engineering requirements, health and safety, quality assurance and programme delivery. You will help ensure construction works are effectively planned, resourced and delivered in accordance with project requirements. We are keen to speak with Sub Agents who have progressed through an engineering or civil engineering background and have experience delivering heavy civils or infrastructure projects. Experience across reinforced concrete, earthworks, drainage, pipelines, utilities, highways, rail or other major infrastructure works would be highly relevant. This opportunity would suit an experienced Sub Agent or Senior...

Sub Agent Location: West London Randstad is recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent with strong Rail or Civils expertise to support a Station Building project in West London You will be joining a prestigious contractor, working on a combination of civils and building / M&E works Key Responsibilities: Managing Site and section engineers, engineering activities, subcontractors, and/or self-delivery teams Planning, forecasting, and delivering works to programme Liaising effectively with clients, designers, and other key stakeholders Developing and maintaining programmes, risk assessments, and quality assurance documentation Overseeing design coordination, NCRs, RFIs, and health & safety compliance Essential Experience: Significant hands-on experience delivering Civils or rail projects Strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage works independently Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills This role is paid...

Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on site efficiently. Suitable candidates will come from a rail stations background. Roles and Responsibilities: Managing the sub-contractors and engineers Procurement / ordering of materials Quality Control of the works / Health and Safety Production of weekly rolling programmes Providing support to site engineers Management of site activities Progress reporting Candidate Requirements Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent PTS CITB TWC - would be beneficial but not essential The successful candidate will have a proven track record in civils and rail, be confident to work on their own and be immediately available....

Sub-Agent - AMP 8 Framework Location: Chatham / Falmer Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on start and end times Salary: Up to 60,000 + package We're looking for a Sub-Agent to join our AMP 8 Framework team, based in our Chatham / Falmer offices. As a Sub-Agent, you'll play a vital role in coordinating, planning and delivering preconstruction and construction phase activities for our projects. You'll manage operational resources to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards whilst maximising customer satisfaction and profitability. What will you be responsible for? Supporting the implementation and monitoring of Health & Safety policies and Business Assurance Systems Managing day-to-day site activities and ensuring works are delivered to specification Overseeing labour, plant, materials and supply chain resources with accurate recording Managing and monitoring sub-contractor performance and delivery Leading...

Sub Agent Sector: Major Infrastructure / Civil Engineering Contract: Long-term opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join a major UK infrastructure project. This role will involve taking responsibility for a section of works, leading a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers and ensuring delivery is completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required quality standards. The position would suit an experienced Sub Agent with a strong civil engineering background and previous experience delivering complex infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Site & Team Management Lead and manage a section of the works from planning through to delivery Manage and support Section Engineers and Site Engineers Monitor team performance and provide coaching and technical guidance where required Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources Manage subcontractors and ensure works are delivered in...

Sub Agent Water Infrastructure Surrey Contract Up to £380 per day IR35 TBC The Project A significant water infrastructure programme delivering major upgrades across treatment and network assets across Surrey, the kind of project where a capable Sub Agent can make a real difference and build a strong long-term relationship with a contractor who has plenty of work ahead. The Role As Sub Agent you will sit between the site management team and the engineering function, taking ownership of day-to-day delivery across your work packages, coordinating site teams, managing subcontractors, driving programme, and ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained throughout. You will be trusted to run your section with a degree of autonomy. This is the right role for someone who is ready to step beyond pure engineering and take genuine management responsibility or for an experienced Sub Agent who wants to be part of a well-structured, properly resourced scheme rather than...

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in one of Edinburgh's most exciting and long-term infrastructure projects? This position offers a unique chance to be part of the Edinburgh Tram Project, contributing to the city's development over the next decade. Imagine the satisfaction of seeing your work make a tangible difference in the daily lives of thousands, all while advancing your career in civil engineering. Key duties and responsibilities: - Oversee small concrete and civil works on the tram maintenance contract. - Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and project specifications. - Coordinate with various teams to ensure seamless project execution. - Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders. - Manage resources efficiently to meet project deadlines. Skills and experience: - Possession of a valid CSCS card. - A civil engineering qualification, such as an HNC, is essential. - Willingness to work night shifts for 20 to 30 weeks per year starting...

Key Responsibilities Engineering Control Undertake setting out activities from primary control points provided by others. Prepare and issue sketches detailing installed setting out information. Maintain and calibrate survey equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability. Ensure works are constructed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and tolerances. Quality Assurance Produce and maintain accurate as-built drawings and records. Complete Quality Check Sheets in accordance with the Inspection & Test Plan (ITP). Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries and progress documentation. Ensure works comply with project quality standards and specifications. Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Prepare and complete Field Control Sheets. Deliver relevant site briefings, including task briefings and toolbox talks. Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with HSE requirements. Identify hazards and implement appropriate...

Do you have experience working as a Section Engineer in the civil engineering sector? Are you currently looking for your next challenge? Then read on as we may have the right role for you. Our client, a civil engineering contractor is looking to add a Section Engineer to their team and can offer an interesting and challenging project with long term work guaranteed. You will be responsible for a section of works and whilst reporting into the Sub Agent you will; Manage the engineering team and subcontractors of your section ensuring all RAMS are written before works commence. Ensure ITP's are recorded and are up to industry standard. Monitor the work to ensure that any H&S concerns and non-compliance with company policies are quickly rectified. Maintain an up to date and accurate monthly programme. The relevant candidate will; Be able to display previous experience in a similar position. (highways experience is a bonus!) Ideally a Degree/Diploma in Civil...

Site Agent Civil Engineering Location: West of Scotland / Projects Across Scotland Salary: £50,000 £60,000 + Company Car or Car Allowance Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Ready to take the next step in your civil engineering career? If you ve built your career from Site Engineer through to Section Engineer or Sub Agent and are now ready to step into a Site Agent position, this could be an excellent opportunity to take on greater responsibility across a strong pipeline of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. With a growing workload across Scotland, particularly within the West of Scotland , this is a chance to join an established team delivering a range of significant infrastructure schemes. The Role As Site Agent, you ll play a key role in the successful delivery of projects, working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team. You ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently,...