Site Agent - Highways
CV-LibraryNG11 6LSpermanentPosted: 29 April 2026
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We are seeking an experienced Highways Site Agent to join a project team delivering a live highways scheme in Nottingham. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
This role suits a proactive and hands-on Site Agent with a strong background in highways construction and proven experience managing subcontractors, site teams, and client interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
Take full ownership of site delivery for highways works, from planning through to completion
Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, plant, and materials
Ensure all works are delivered in line with programme, budget, and specification
Lead and enforce health & safety on site, including RAMS, briefings, inspections, and compliance
Maintain site records including site diaries, progress reports, and quality documentation
Liaise with the client, designers, and internal management to ensure effective communication
Coordinate traffic management, temporary works, and sequencing of activities
Drive a “right first time” approach to quality and workmanship
Support commercial and planning teams with progress updates and look-ahead planning
Required Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience working as a Site Agent on highways projects
Strong understanding of highways construction methods and standards
Valid CSCS Card – essential
SMSTS – essential
Solid health & safety leadership and compliance experience
Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and site activities concurrently
Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
Desirable
HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Experience working on local authority or National Highways schemes
Temporary Works Supervisor/Coordinator qualification
We are seeking an experienced Highways Site Agent to join a project team delivering a live highways scheme in Nottingham. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
This role suits a proactive and hands-on Site Agent with a strong background in highways construction and proven experience managing subcontractors, site teams, and client interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
Take full ownership of site delivery for highways works, from planning through to completion
Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, plant, and materials
Ensure all works are delivered in line with programme, budget, and specification
Lead and enforce health & safety on site, including RAMS, briefings, inspections, and compliance
Maintain site records including site diaries, progress reports, and quality documentation
Liaise with the client, designers, and internal management to ensure effective communication
Coordinate traffic management, temporary works, and sequencing of activities
Drive a “right first time” approach to quality and workmanship
Support commercial and planning teams with progress updates and look-ahead planning
Required Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience working as a Site Agent on highways projects
Strong understanding of highways construction methods and standards
Valid CSCS Card – essential
SMSTS – essential
Solid health & safety leadership and compliance experience
Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and site activities concurrently
Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
Desirable
HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Experience working on local authority or National Highways schemes
Temporary Works Supervisor/Coordinator qualification