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Site Agent/Senior Agent
Location: Midlands
About the Role
The Site Agent/Senior Agent manages the daily supervision of a construction site. Responsibilities include ensuring site preparation before project launch and overseeing safe and efficient operations throughout the construction phase.
We are John Sisk & Son – a family-owned international construction company dedicated to delivering trust, certainty, and value to our clients. By leading change with purpose, we support our people and communities at the heart of our organisation.
Key Responsibilities
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Programming & Targets
- Works closely with team members to compile and maintain initial project programmes
- Ensures full awareness of weekly targets
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Site Coordination
- Plans and oversees full site setup, ensuring facilities are ready for project launch
- Coordinate utilities, deep drainage, and highway infrastructure projects (up to £60m)
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Contractor Relationships
- Manages relationships with sub-contractors while working onsite
- Deals with conflicting priorities among stakeholders and subcontractors, substituting professionalism
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Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Management (HSEQS)
- Takes ownership of ensuring HSEQS protocols are adhered to
- Maintains quality control procedures
- Ensures Temporary Works Risk Register (TWR) is maintained and up to date
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Operational Oversight
- Monitors onsite energy and waste data
- Ensures an efficient registration system for monitoring individuals entering/leaving
- Flags potential project issues (e.g delays, materials, schedules, H&S matters) to Contract & Commercial Teams
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Site Execution
- Drives project delivery, plans daily/schedule tasks
- Coordinates and prioritises work sequences onsite
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Team Management
- Manages teams of foremen and onsite staff
- Maintains good industrial relations and people management standards
Required Experience & Skills
Technical & Sector-Specific
- Highways & resurfacing projects, including National Highways
- Experience as second-in-charge on large-scale delivery projects
- Ability to manage preconstruction phases (e.g. design, procurement, permitting)
- Expertise in utility coordination, temporary works, and drainage systems
- Technical background preferred
Leadership & Management
- +10 years experience across medium-to-large scale construction projects
- Proven ability to lead teams and maximise performance while maintaining morale
- Strong stakeholder and subcontractor relations with interpersonal tact
- Willingness to travel to new sites
Health, Safety & Compliance
- IOSH or equivalent H&S training requisite
- Certification in Temporary Works & Excavation Safety
- Permitting expertise for live energy operations
- Experience with Working at Height/Excavation Work
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Required Qualifications & Certifications
Mandatory:
- Technical/Trade background in construction
- IOSH or equivalent H&S training
- Permitting for live energy and working at height/scaffolding
Advantageous:
- Certifications or training in:
- Temporary Works & Excavation Safety
- Structural/Lifting Operations (Cranage & Rigging)
- Environment management (e.g. BIM, new tech adoption)
- Leadership training expansion (e.g. safety culture)
Benefits
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Salary: Competitive (with annual reviews/raises)
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Vehicle: Company car or car allowance
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Healthcare: Comprehensive cover
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Work-Life Integration:
- 26 days holiday (with option to purchase extra)
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Retirement & Security:
- Employer-provided pension
- Death-in-service life assurance
- Competitive mileage & travel expenses
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Policy:
- Flexible/remote working (where applicable)
- Enhanced parental leave
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Development:
- Support for professional education, training, and career growth
- Commitment to diverse talent with no "perfect candidate" box—prioritises transferable skills
More Information
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