Carmichael UK are working on behalf of a Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Sub Agent for a major highways project in Cambridgeshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to step into a leadership role with responsibility for planning, delivering, and handing over a complex and varied package of civil engineering works.
You’ll be supported by a wider team but expected to take ownership of your section, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the planning, delivery and close-out of a defined section of works
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Produce and maintain detailed 3-month lookaheads aligned with the contract programme
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Conduct temporary works inspections and ensure safe systems are in place
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Review design information and liaise with design teams to resolve technical queries
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Ensure accurate site records and daily updates are maintained
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Manage requisitions for materials and plant effectively
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Oversee the capture and storage of quality assurance records
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Generate and close out Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) promptly
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Champion health, safety, environmental, and carbon-reduction standards on site
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Support and lead your engineers and supply chain partners
Requirements:
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Background in highways construction, ideally on large infrastructure schemes
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Degree or HND in Civil Engineering (or relevant training)
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CSCS card & SMSTS
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Proficient in MS Office, document control, and digital site tools
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Strong communication and planning skills
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Understanding of engineering principles, construction methodologies, and contracts
Desirable Experience:
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Excavations & permits (HSG47)
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Lifting operations (A61 – Appointed Person)
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Temporary works (Supervisor, Coordinator, or Designer)
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Concrete structures & structural steelwork