An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Agent to join a major civil engineering and highways project in Blackburn. The scheme includes 278 works, roundabout relocation, carriageway widening, and the construction of a new compound entrance.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour resources.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress and implement recovery measures where required.
• Liaise with the client, stakeholders, local authorities, and utility providers.
• Review and manage temporary works, traffic management, and construction methodologies.
• Maintain accurate site records and reporting documentation.
• Support commercial teams with progress updates and change management.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Agent within highways projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and construction management principles.
• SMSTS certification.
• CSCS card.
• First Aid qualification preferred.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts in a live construction environment.

Desirable

• Experience delivering highway improvement schemes.
• Knowledge of earthworks, drainage, road construction, and utility coordination.