Overview
We are looking for a skilled Sub Agent with proven motorway experience to support the delivery of a major highways programme in Birmingham. The successful candidate will help drive safe, compliant, and efficient construction activities, contributing to the successful completion of critical national infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Site Agent and Project Manager with the management of daily site activities on highways and motorway upgrade works.
- Provide technical oversight to ensure adherence to design specifications, regulatory standards, and National Highways requirements.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour teams to drive performance and productivity.
- Manage site documentation including ITPs, quality records, daily diaries, and progress reporting.
- Support programme planning, sequencing of works, and resource allocation.
- Promote and enforce health & safety compliance, ensuring full alignment with CDM regulations and motorway traffic management protocols.
- Assist in the development of method statements, risk assessments, and temporary works requirements.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders including National Highways, local authorities, utilities providers, and local communities.
- Drive issue resolution, problem-solving, and proactive risk management.
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in highways construction with specific hands-on motorway project experience.
- Knowledge of motorway traffic management techniques and standards (e.g., Chapter 8).
- Familiarity with NEC contract administration and National Highways specifications (DMRB/MCHW).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and lead teams effectively on live motorway environments.
- Experience working around live traffic and complex traffic management setups.
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
- CSCS card essential; SMSTS/SSSTS, First Aid desired.
- Full UK driving licence.