Job Title: Sub Agent - Highways
Location: Gloucester, UK
Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35)
Duration: Ongoing
Rate: TBC (Inside IR35, PAYE/Umbrella)
Start Date: ASAP

Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join a leading infrastructure contractor on a major highway project based in Gloucester. This is a long-term contract position working inside IR35, offering an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a complex transport infrastructure scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and coordinate site operations in line with project programme, budget, and quality requirements

Lead a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers to ensure daily activities are carried out efficiently and safely

Take responsibility for short-term planning and lookahead scheduling

Oversee site documentation including ITPs, RAMS, permits, daily records, and quality assurance

Coordinate with the Project Manager, designers, and subcontractors to resolve engineering and technical issues

Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards on site

Support progress reporting, cost tracking, and risk management activities

Act as the key point of contact between site teams and senior management
Requirements:

Strong experience in a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer role on major UK highways or infrastructure projects

Valid and in-date certifications, including:

CSCS card (Management level preferred)

SMSTS

First Aid at Work (Desirable)

Demonstrable leadership experience in supervising engineering teams and subcontractors

Good working knowledge of NEC contracts and UK highways specifications

Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills

Full UK driving licence
Note:
This position is inside IR35 - applicants must be eligible to work via PAYE or an umbrella company