Job Title:
Site Agent - Earthworks (Major Highways Project)
Location:
Cambridge, UK
Contract Type:
Freelance - Outside IR35
Duration:
18 Months
Rate:
400 per day (Outside IR35)
Project Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced Site Agent with a strong earthworks background to join a major highways infrastructure project based in Cambridge. The project involves large-scale earthworks operations as part of a nationally significant highways upgrade.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage day-to-day earthworks operations on site.
- Supervise subcontractors and site teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.
- Coordinate with the project manager, engineers, and planners to align construction activities with the programme.
- Manage and monitor health & safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
- Review and implement RAMS and method statements for earthworks activities.
- Ensure accurate site documentation including daily diaries, progress reports, and material reconciliations.
- Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and third parties as required.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in Earthworks on major civil engineering or highways projects.
- Strong working knowledge of earthworks techniques, haul roads, muck shift, compaction, testing and mass haul planning.
- Previous experience as a Site Agent or Sub Agent on large infrastructure schemes.
- SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications.
- Excellent understanding of HSEQ standards and regulations.
- Able to read technical drawings and provide input into buildability reviews.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
- Experience on National Highways schemes.
- Temporary works coordination knowledge.
- Civil Engineering degree or HNC/HND (preferred but not essential).
To Apply:
Please submit your CV detailing relevant earthworks project experience. Immediate availability or short notice preferred.