Job Description

Location: St Austell, Cornwall
Sector: Highways Construction
Contract Type: Freelance

The St Austell Link Road project is a significant infrastructure development aimed at improving connectivity, easing traffic congestion, and supporting economic growth in the region. This high-profile project involves road construction, drainage, earthworks, and highway structures.

We are seeking an experienced Sub Agent with a strong background in highways to join our team on a freelance basis. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing site operations, ensuring effective coordination, and driving the successful delivery of this landmark project.

• Site Management:

  • Manage daily site operations, ensuring alignment with project schedules and specifications.
  • Lead and oversee site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure efficient project delivery.

• Planning and Coordination:

  • Develop and implement short-term programs to support project milestones.
  • Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and design teams to address technical challenges and optimize workflows.

• Quality Control:

  • Monitor and enforce adherence to quality standards, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with design specifications and project requirements.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high levels of quality and compliance.

• Health & Safety:

  • Promote a culture of safety on-site, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
  • Conduct site inductions, risk assessments, and toolbox talks to reinforce safe working practices.

• Technical Problem Solving:

  • Provide technical support to resolve issues arising during construction.
  • Act as the key liaison between the project manager and site teams to address technical queries and challenges.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Communicate effectively with clients, design teams, and external stakeholders to provide progress updates and resolve issues.
  • Represent the project in site meetings and briefings.

• Educational Background:

  • Degree or HND/HNC in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Experience:

  • Significant experience in highways or infrastructure projects, with proven ability to lead and manage site operations.
  • Knowledge of highways construction processes, including earthworks, drainage, and structures.

• Skills:

  • Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
  • Proficiency in using AutoCAD and other relevant software.
  • Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and quality assurance processes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Certifications:

  • CSCS card (essential).
  • SMSTS (essential).
  • First Aid at Work (desirable).