Average Site Agent salary in the UK

Our ClientHays are working with a well-established Civils contractor to find a highly experienced Civils Site Agent / Project Manager to oversee a section of their project in the Chester area. This role requires extensive construction management experience with a heavy civils background, and is a long term freelance position outside IR35.As Site Agent, you are: Maintaining H&S and RAMS on siteActing for the Principal Contractor, you are responsible for coordinating and maintaining Subcontractor packagesCoordination for planningProgramming worksLiaising with the ClientManaging commercial costsOperating in a highly restricted and regulated environment What you'll need to succeed Extensive heavy civils experience is essentialTier 1 or principal contractor experience is essentialSMSTS, CSCS and First Aid are requiredPrevious positions at a Project Manager level are essential Previous RC Frame experience is essentialPrevious large-scale industrial civil experience is desirableUK based experience What we offer: Work outside IR35Long-term workWork in the Chester areaA daily rate of £350 - £450 DoE Apply or call Osian on for more information, or send your CV If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Site Agent / Sub Agent - Bristol area My client is a Leading Civil Engineering Contractor. They are long established, progressive and employ more than 500 people in the UK. They are currently involved in projects which include the A417 Missing Link Project, The A465 Heads of the Valleys and various sections of work relating to HS2. Types of work could include Highways, Earthworks, Structures and much more. They are also on the following Frameworks in the Southwest; Bristol Structures Framework -Walters have taken over the works which involves a lot of complex bridge replacements and refurbs essentially. They are also on the Somerset Structures Framework which is generally smaller value schemes but more variation. These could include parapet replacements, retaining walls, culvert refurbs and replacements etc. In addition, the company are getting more involved in demolition and disposal projects so the candidates could end up working on those types of projects also. Key Responsibilities: Ensuring a "safety first" attitude underpins all operations undertaken by the Company to ensure the health and safety of the company's personnel and others working at or visiting our sites* Be accountable for ensuring all works are completed in full compliance with health and safety legislation and company policy and procedures on quality, health and safety and the environment* Embed safety as the first imperative across all areas of your responsibility* Support the evolution of a culture that welcomes the opportunity to learn from incidents and near misses, taking appropriate remedial action and holding people to account where necessary to ensure that the company's objectives are achieved* Lead on the management of the project and ensure all works are managed in line with the contract* Prepare and update quality, environmental and construction phase plans.* Write and update risk assessments and method statements* Plan, measure, monitor and review progress throughout the project's lifespan to ensure compliance with budget and programme* Input into monthly financial reports including cost / value reconciliations and budget forecasts* Work collaboratively to administer the contract whilst maintaining good relations with project stakeholders* Interpret engineering drawings and specifications and ensure the accurate construction of the works in accordance with the client requirements* Identify risk in sufficient time to allow effective mitigation to be implemented* Oversee the management of site level change including Early Warning's and Compensation Event's* Ensure appropriate plant, labour, subcontract and material resources are available in a timely manner to meet the project programme* Communicate and liaise with others to facilitate a teamwork approach to problem solving and operational tasks Requirements: Degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matterStrong knowledge and experience of Civil Engineering ProjectsStrong commercial experienceCSCS Gold Card SMSTSFirst Aid Trained Benefits: Competitive basic salaryCompany car or car allowanceCompany Pension SchemeHealthcare27 days holidayTraining and progression opportunities

We are working on behalf of a leading rail and civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Site Agent to oversee key infrastructure projects across Scotland. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organization, delivering essential works in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. About the Role As a Site Agent, you will be responsible for the successful management and delivery of rail and civil engineering projects. You will lead site teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day operations on-site, ensuring project objectives are met - Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with health & safety regulations - Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery - Monitor project progress, budgets, and schedules, taking proactive measures to mitigate risks - Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders, including clients, engineers, and senior management - Ensure compliance with industry standards, contract requirements, and environmental policies - Prepare and submit project reports, including risk assessments and method statements - Drive a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and best practice Requirements - Proven experience as a Site Agent in the rail or civil engineering sector - Strong knowledge of rail infrastructure and multi-disciplinary project delivery - SMSTS and PTS certifications - Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience) - Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills - Experience managing budgets, schedules, and teams on complex projects - Full UK driving license What's on Offer- Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience - Company car or car allowance - Generous employee referral scheme - Clear career progression and professional development opportunities - A supportive and safety-focused work environment - Employee forums to provide feedback and share ideas If you're an experienced Site Agent looking for an exciting new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.