Site Agent Role Summary

Role Purpose

To lead and oversee a section of the works within a specific discipline, managing a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers to ensure the successful delivery of project objectives on HS2 in Birmingham.

Dimensions

• Financial:

  • Identifies changes in work scope and assesses their commercial and contractual impacts.
  • Prepares and manages contract documentation to support commercial recovery.
  • Monitors and manages the section budget.

• Organisational:

  • Collaborates with other Sub Agents.
  • Leads and mentors a team of Section Engineers.

• Key Interfaces:

  • Internal: Operations Team, Health & Safety Team, Commercial Team.
  • External: Subcontractors, periodic interactions with clients and other stakeholders.

Accountabilities

Core

• Uphold and embody the organization's values.
• Support the delivery of sustainability initiatives.

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Review and enhance Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Lead Accident/Incident Investigations using established frameworks.
• Conduct field audits and identify areas for improvement through trend analysis.
• Implement and manage Permits to Work, including Confined Space and Hot Works permits.
• Ensure understanding and timely implementation of temporary works.

Engineering Control

• Provide guidance and coaching on setting out techniques and technical requirements.
• Lead the resolution of construction challenges using best practices.

Quality

• Oversee the production, checking, and submission of handover documentation.
• Implement systems to ensure construction aligns with specifications, including material approvals and addressing non-conformance.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with designers to resolve technical issues.

Productivity

• Develop fully resourced stage programs using accepted formats/software.
• Monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive improvements.
• Ensure alignment of section programs with three-week lookahead programs.

Commercial

• Maintain accurate site diaries and manage subcontractor relationships.
• Produce budgets and monitor weekly costs.
• Participate in subcontractor procurement and correspondence.
• Understand cost and value impacts on the project.

Experience/Criteria

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communicator with a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Capable of taking ownership of tasks and managing teams effectively.
• Flexible work ethic with the ability to work unsociable hours as needed.
• Holds a valid driving license and CSCS card, with SSSTS or SMSTS qualifications.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.

Health, Safety & Environmental:

• Thorough understanding of method statements, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
• Familiarity with accident/incident investigation principles and processes.
• Knowledgeable about current health and safety legislation.

Engineering Control:

• Comprehensive understanding of setting out techniques and construction requirements.
• Resource allocation expertise and problem-solving capabilities.

Quality:

• Strong understanding of business management systems and handover requirements.

Productivity:

• Proficiency in creating and monitoring fully resourced stage programs.
• Knowledge of construction processes in areas such as earthworks, drainage, structures, and roadworks.

Commercial:

• Awareness of procurement practices and the ability to maintain detailed records for commercial purposes.

This is an opportunity to lead a key section of a major project, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. Ideal candidates will have a track record in delivering infrastructure projects and demonstrate strong leadership abilities.