Sub‑Agent – Major Infrastructure Project (MOD Site)

Location: Plymouth – Devonport Royal Dockyard
Rate: £400–£440 per day (depending on experience/qualifications)
Schedule: Site‑based, Monday to Friday
Eligibility: British Nationals only (due to project security requirements)
Clearance: BPSS + SC clearance (processed during onboarding)

About the Opportunity

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Sub‑Agent to join a major and highly sensitive infrastructure redevelopment programme within a live Ministry of Defence facility in Plymouth. This role is ideal for a technically strong, organised and proactive individual looking to step up in responsibility, with direct involvement in engineering delivery, team leadership and programme performance.

You will support the Agent in coordinating construction activities, managing engineering teams, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Delivery

• Lead and supervise engineering staff, ensuring all works are accurately set out before activities commence.
• Review and maintain daily diaries and high‑quality record‑keeping for all activities under your remit.
• Monitor delivery performance against programme and construction methods, identifying shortfalls and implementing mitigation measures.

Health, Safety & Quality

• Uphold and promote high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Review and authorise RAMS, Inspection & Test Plans and activity plans before works begin.
• Ensure site processes and documentation are followed consistently and meet project audit requirements.

Stakeholder Communication & Leadership

• Communicate effectively with planners, commercial staff, engineers, management teams, supply chain partners and client representatives.
• Lead, mentor and develop junior team members, supporting performance reviews and training needs.
• Maintain strong working relations with delivery teams, general foremen, and subcontractors.

Commercial & Resource Management

• Assist with monthly and quarterly commercial forecasting and reporting.
• Ensure sufficient labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources are procured and available on time.
• Support the Agent with cost management systems, programme production and quantitative forecasting.

Technical Oversight

• Ensure accurate measurement and preparation of records for commercial and payment purposes.
• Adopt and promote BIM technologies in accordance with the project BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
• Review system performance, develop improvement opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement across the project.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Degree / HND / HNC / NVQ in Construction, Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven track record in delivering construction, civils or logistics operations.
• CSCS (Academically or Professionally Qualified / Supervisory / Manager).
• SMSTS or SSSTS.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing engineering teams and supervising site staff.
• Commercial awareness and proactive approach to problem solving.
• Experience with reinforced concrete.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Working toward or holding ICE Incorporated status (or equivalent).
• Temporary Works Supervisor experience.
• Experience in RC/marine civils/steelwork/industrial coatings.
• Prior experience on nuclear or defence sector projects.

Security Requirements

• British Nationals only can be considered.
• BPSS clearance required (approx. 8 weeks).
• SC clearance required thereafter (approx. 4 weeks).
  Carmichael UK will support you through the clearance process.