Site Agent

? Newton Abbot
? £550 per day - Inside IR35
? 45 hours per week
? Immediate start | Contract until end of December | Extension potential
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent to join a major highways and civil engineering project in Newton Abbot, with an ASAP start.
This is an excellent freelance opportunity for a proven Site Agent with strong experience delivering highways infrastructure projects and managing on-site operations from programme through to completion.
The contract runs through to the end of December, with further extension scope based on project requirements and performance.

The Role

As Site Agent, you will support the Project Manager with the day-to-day operational management of site activities, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Managing all on-site construction and civil engineering activities
Ensuring full compliance with SHEQ and H&S standards
Managing subcontractors, labour, plant, and materials
Developing construction programmes, phasing plans, and method statements
Monitoring delivery against programme and cost targets
Working closely with the commercial / QS team on monthly cost reporting and compensation events
Coordinating permits, RAMS, and safe systems of work
Maintaining site records including diaries, quality documentation, and as-built information
Liaising with key stakeholders, designers, utilities teams, and third parties
Acting as the key on-site lead for operational delivery

Essential Requirements

Valid CSCS Card
SMSTS
Proven highways project experience
Strong background in site management on civil engineering / infrastructure schemes
Excellent subcontractor and stakeholder management skills

Desirable

Utilities / service diversion experience
Civil Engineering qualification or related discipline
Experience on local authority highways frameworks
Strong understanding of compensation events and commercial reporting
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major infrastructure project on a high-value freelance contract with immediate interview availability