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Job Title: Agent / Junior Project Manager
Location: Devon & Cornwall (Hybrid Working with Travel Required)
Sector: Construction / Civil Engineering
About the Opportunity
Join one of the UK’s leading infrastructure and construction businesses, recognised for delivering essential projects that shape communities and protect the environment. With a strong presence across transportation, water, utilities, and environmental sectors, this organisation plays a key role in maintaining and improving critical national infrastructure.
Known for its collaborative culture and long-standing partnerships with major public sector clients, the business places a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and innovation. Employees benefit from working within a forward-thinking environment that actively supports professional development, encourages progression, and empowers individuals to take ownership of their work.
This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering works on a major Environment Agency framework across Devon and Cornwall, contributing to projects that have a direct and lasting environmental impact.
The Role
We are looking for a driven Agent / Junior Project Manager to support early supplier engagement and assist in the delivery of works across multiple sites. This is a hybrid role with regular travel across Devon and Cornwall, offering a high level of autonomy and the chance to manage small-scale projects independently.
You will play a key role in coordinating site activities, engaging with suppliers, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
* Support early supplier engagement across multiple schemes
* Ensure full compliance with client SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) codes of practice
* Manage small works packages such as ground investigations and surveys at remote locations
* Produce and review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), Construction Phase Plans (CPPs), and quality documentation
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, designers, and suppliers
* Oversee site operations to ensure safety, quality, and programme adherence
* Assist in planning, coordination, and programme management
Essential Requirements
* SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
* First Aid at Work certification
* Background in construction management or civil engineering
* Experience managing site activities independently
* Strong understanding of buried services processes
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
* Experience producing RAMS, CPPs, and quality documentation
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable Skills & Experience
* Knowledge of NEC4 contracts
* Experience managing programmes and schedules
* AutoCAD experience
Why Apply?
* Work on meaningful environmental and infrastructure projects that make a real difference
* Be part of a respected, established organisation with a strong pipeline of secured work
* Gain exposure to a major framework and develop your project management capabilities
* Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working model with autonomy in your role
* Clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative team
This role is ideal for someone looking to step into a position with real responsibility, while being supported by an experienced and well-established organisation committed to your growth and successDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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