VolkerWessels UK
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About us
VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.
About the role
VolkerLaser is currently seeking a Site Agent to join its Southern team, working on a variety of projects across the Southampton and Guildford areas.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented construction professional to take ownership of project delivery, lead high-performing teams, and ensure the successful achievement of client expectations, quality standards, and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the safe and successful delivery of projects, ensuring key programme, commercial, and quality objectives are achieved.
- Provide leadership and direction to project teams, driving performance and continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors to support successful project outcomes.
- Monitor project progress, costs, risks, and resources, implementing corrective actions where required.
- Manage site operations, ensuring compliance with company procedures, industry standards, and project requirements.
- Control project changes and assess their programme and commercial impact.
- Support the commercial management of projects, working closely with the Quantity Surveyor to achieve budget and margin targets.
- Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and design requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
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About you
- Previous experience in delivering infrastructure projects, ideally projects consisting of Concrete structures or bridges
- Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work
- Previous experience as an Agent or in a similar role with similar responsibilities
- Strong organisational and management skills
- Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of CDM regulations
- Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues
- Hold relevant qualifications SMSTS/ SSSTS/ CSCS
- A degree (or nearest equivalent) in Civil Engineering related subject
If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
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We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities—comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
- Flexible working opportunities
- Employee Assistance programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
- Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
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Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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