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Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 270 - 320 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Cornwall
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Site Agent – Highways (Civil Engineering Main Contractor)
Location: Cornwall
Contract: 6 Months+ (extensions likely)
Rate: Day rate negotiable per day (CIS)
Start: January
Employer: Civil Engineering Main Contractor
The Role
We are recruiting an experienced Site Agent for a highways project in Cornwall, working with a respected Civil Engineering Main Contractor. This is a CIS contract position starting in January, delivering key elements of highways works including earthworks, drainage, ducting, kerbing and pavement construction.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day management of highways construction and on-site operations
Oversee bulk earthworks, cut/fill, drainage, ducting and pavement layers
Lead site teams, plant and subcontractors to deliver works safely and efficiently
Ensure full compliance with Main Contractor H&S processes and RAMS
Interpret drawings, raise technical queries and resolve design issues
Monitor progress vs programme and report regularly to the Project Manager
Maintain detailed site records, ITPs, as-builts and QA documentation
Liaise with the client, inspectors, utilities and local authority representatives
Requirements
Previous experience as a Site Agent or Senior Engineer within highways for a main contractor
Strong technical understanding of earthworks, drainage and pavement construction
Knowledge of MCHW / National Highways standards
Confident managing subcontractors and multi-disciplinary site teams
Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities
Able to commit to a January start in Cornwall
Qualifications
CSCS Gold/Black
SMSTS or SSSTS
First Aid (preferred)
Full UK Driving Licence
What’s on Offer
Attractive CIS day rate
6-month initial contract with potential continuation
Opportunity to work on a major highways and infrastructure scheme
Join a well-established Civil Engineering Main Contractor with a strong project pipeline
Shortlisting is underway — please apply below or get in touch with Laura at RGB for more informationBefore You Apply
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