Senior Site Agent

Job Title: Senior Site Agent
Location: Oxford / Didcot area
Contract: 12 months – Inside IR35
Start Date: Within the next 2-3 weeks
Rate: £400-£450

Overview

We are seeking a experienced Senior Site Agents to support major infrastructure projects in the Oxford-Didcot area, with individual project values ranging from £30m to £150m. These positions will play a key role in delivering complex works to programme, budget, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead site operations on large-scale highways and civil engineering projects.
  • Oversee earthworks and utilities diversion activities, ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently.
  • Manage subcontractors, direct labour, and plant on site.
  • Drive compliance with HSEQ requirements and company procedures.
  • Liaise with the project manager, client representatives, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.
  • Ensure progress reporting, record keeping, and cost control measures are in place.
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, and support to site teams.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Site Agent / Senior Site Agent on major infrastructure schemes.
  • Strong background in highways, earthworks, and utilities diversion works.
  • Track record of managing projects with values in the tens to hundreds of millions.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Relevant industry qualifications (SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid; degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering preferred).
  • Ability to mobilise quickly and hit the ground running.

Package

  • 12-month contract – Inside IR35.
  • Competitive day rates
  • Immediate starts available (within the next 2 weeks).

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