Sub Agent

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 & Subcontractor Oversight: Proactively manage subcontractors, track budget versus value, and maintain precise records to support commercial recovery and overall project viability.

• Quality Assurance: Exercise ownership of the handover process, ensuring all documentation is submitted accurately and in accordance with project specifications.

Qualifications:

• Current driving license and valid CSCS card are essential.

• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification required.

• Strong experience in highways, earthworks, drainage, or structures.

• Proven ability to produce resourced stage programmes and monitor KPI compliance.

• Excellent communication skills with a solution-oriented approach to complex engineering challenges.

What We Offer:

• Schedule: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

• Compensation: Competitive rate of 480 - 500 per day (Inside IR35).

• Project Duration: 3 months

To Apply:

Due to the critical nature of this project, we are looking to fill this position immediately. If you possess the necessary experience and are looking to make a significant impact on a high-profile highways project, please submit your application or contact Becky at (phone number removed). We will be reviewing applications and moving forward with the selection process urgently.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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