Site Agent - Piling / Ground Engineering / Civils
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Location: Suffolk
Role
Responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of specialist civil engineering and ground engineering works, including piling, foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, excavations, drainage and reinforced concrete.
The Site Agent will manage day-to-day site delivery, coordinating directly with the Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors, specialist piling teams and client/alliance representatives.
Key responsibilities
Lead daily delivery of piling and ground engineering works.
Manage specialist piling operations, including mobilisation, sequencing and production.
Oversee earthworks, excavation, temporary works and ground improvement activities.
Coordinate piling rigs, cranes, excavators, pumps, concrete operations and associated plant.
Manage labour, plant, materials and specialist subcontractors.
Ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved RAMS, ITPs, drawings and specifications.
Coordinate setting-out and engineering requirements with Site Engineers.
Monitor production, progress and programme against planned outputs.
Carry out daily briefings, coordination meetings and short-term planning.
Liaise with the Project Manager, Section Engineers, Design Team and client representatives.
Identify construction constraints and resolve technical/site issues promptly.
Manage permits, inspections and hold points.
Ensure quality records, ITPs, pour records, piling records and as-builts are maintained.
Coordinate concrete deliveries and reinforcement/structural concrete activities where applicable.
Ensure temporary works are installed and managed in accordance with the approved design.
Monitor subcontractor performance and productivity.
Assist with cost control, change management and progress measurement.
Maintain strong environmental controls, particularly around excavation, spoil, groundwater, concrete and contaminated materials.
Promote a strong safety culture on a highly regulated, safety-critical infrastructure project. xgikmsk
Ensure compliance with project-specific assurance and quality requirements.
Ideal experience required:
Piling
CFA / rotary piling
Diaphragm walling
Ground improvement
Deep excavations
Foundations
Earthworks
Retaining structures
Drainage
Reinforced concrete
Heavy civils / infrastructure
Temporary works
Safety-critical infrastructure
Qualifications / tickets
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Site Agent in Stowmarket employer: Advance TRS
Join a leading tier 1 contractor that prioritises employee growth and development within a dynamic work environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a supportive culture where every team member can thrive, while the opportunity to work on major rail projects ensures that your contributions are both meaningful and impactful. With competitive benefits and a focus on professional advancement, this role offers an exciting chance to elevate your career in the signalling sector.
