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Senior Site Agent
Senior Site Agent – Energy Projects (GIS & Civil Engineering Focus)
Location: National Grid, South London
About the Role
Murphy, a leading engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company working with National Grid, is recruiting a Senior Site Agent focused on Energy, Transmission & Distribution to support our groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects across multiple countries.
Our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and cutting-edge solutions—such as Formwork Reinforced Concrete (FRC), Steel Framing, Cladding, and Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) installation—positions us as a critical partner in ensuring long-term energy security.
As Senior Site Agent, you will provide site-based leadership, fostering Health & Safety (H&S) best practice, construction efficiency, and cost-effective resource management.
About Murphy
Reputable and progressive, Murphy drives value across the conventional power and energy transition markets. We specialise in EPC projects, balancing technical expertise, environmental responsibility, and customer-centric solutions.
- Operates across four countries, supporting transmission/distribution projects.
- Embraces new technologies and sustainability to meet evolving industry demands.
- Engages with major energy providers on long-term strategic projects.
We are a diverse organisation with a £5.4bn order book (2024) and £23m invested in environmentally friendly plant, without compromising on innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Site Leadership & Safety
- Establish and enforce Health, Safety & Environment (H&SE) best practices with support from SHQE department.
- Develop and maintain key site documents, including:
- Construction Phase Plans & H&S Plans
- Risk Assessments & Method Statements
- Work Package Plans & Task Briefings
- Ensure they are updated, communicated, and understood by all personnel.
- Demonstrate leadership in promoting zero harm culture, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
- Participate and drive morning briefings, site safety reviews, and weekly progress meetings.
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Project Coordination & Technical Support
- Lead or contribute to pre-construction and weekly meetings, tracking:
- KPIs (progress, safety, costs)
- Supplier compliance (fitness-to-start checks)
- Assignments & risk mitigation for subcontractors.
- Coordinate 4WLA (Workfronts, Workrates, Leadtimes, and Availability) sessions with the project team (engineering & site supervision).
- Provide technical support to site supervisors and engineers in executing plans.
- Support procurement by ensuring advantageous, compliant contract terms (e.g., NEC4 knowledge useful).
- Develop and maintain project sequencing & programmes in collaboration with the Project Manager.
Construction & Commercial Efficiency
- Promote cost-effective labour/plant use in partnership with site supervision.
- Manage resource delivery, ensuring timely, high-quality site operations.
- Demonstrate project leadership with experience managing smaller teams or trades.
- Ensure compliance and record-keeping with contractual requirements and in-house policies.
- Designinput reading & execution (GIS halls, structural framing, cladding).
Who Are We Looking For?
Technical Experience & Qualifications
- Minimum HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification (degree preferred).
- Proven background in civil engineering, with preference given to substation experience.
- SCS Card (Black or White) completed, plus SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
- Hands-on experience in large-scale construction projects, including:
- Self-delivered delivering leading projects
- Technical expertise in retaining walls, formswork, claddings, steelwork
- Tel with NEC4 contracts (fulfilment a bonus)
- Working understanding of construction records, programme management, and supplier control.
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Soft Skills & Qualities
- Commitment to Health and Safety excellence and sustainability.
- Strong commercial acumen.
- Ability to lead, negotiate, and deliver under strict deadlines.
- Must have a full UK driving licence (essential).
Why Choose Murphy?
Benefits include:
- 27 days’ holiday + bought holiday days (tripled up with service length of tenure).
- Competitive salary + annual bonus.
- Above-market pension scheme (contributory).
- Life assurance, health screening & enhanced sick pay.
- Extended maternity/paternity leave + £500 returners’ bonus.
- Marriage or civil partner bonus & doubled-up wedding days.
- Retail discounts, cashback schemes, subsidised gym, cycle-to-work.
- Personal and professional development investments with mentorship opportunities.
Making An Application
If you meet the critical requirements and aspire to be part of a fast-moving, responsible sector-leading organisation, apply directly via Murphy’s recruitment portal.
Important Notes
- Due to role requirements, you’ll need to complete:
- Standard DBS (bt DSBA) & right-to-work checks.
- For further discussion, contact Lorna Rhodes on 07801 960 464.
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