Sub Agent – Tunnelling / Heavy Civils - 6 Months+
We are looking for an experienced Sub Agent to join a major civil engineering project, working with an established main contractor.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in tunnelling, underground works or major infrastructure who is comfortable taking responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of technically challenging construction activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate sections of works from planning through to completion.
- Oversee site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and specialist packages.
- Ensure works are delivered safely and in accordance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
- Produce and review RAMS, method statements, permits and construction documentation.
- Coordinate temporary works and interfaces between different work packages.
- Monitor programme progress and identify potential delays or construction issues.
- Work closely with the Site Agent, Project Manager and commercial team.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
- Support short-term planning, site logistics and allocation of labour and resources.
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- Previous experience working as a Sub Agent, Section Engineer or Site Agent.
- Strong main contractor civil engineering experience.
- Experience within tunnelling, underground works, shafts or major heavy civils is highly desirable.
- Good understanding of temporary works and construction sequencing.
- Strong engineering and technical knowledge.
- Experience managing subcontractors and engineering teams.
- Relevant civil engineering qualification such as HNC/HND or degree.
- Current CSCS certification.
- SMSTS
The Opportunity
You’ll be joining a major infrastructure project with the opportunity to work on technically challenging civil engineering and tunnelling works within an experienced delivery team.
If you’re a Sub Agent with main contractor experience and a background in tunnelling or heavy civils, apply now for further information.