Site Agent

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Site Agent – Heavy Civils

Location: Gatwick Area

Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Salary: Competitive + Package

Red Sky Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a leading, well-established infrastructure contractor delivering major works in the Gatwick area. This is a key opportunity to join a high-profile project involving complex heavy civils within a live, operational environment.

This contractor has a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging projects, investing in its people, and maintaining a healthy pipeline of secured work across the UK and Ireland.

If you’re a Site Agent who thrives on complex engineering, ownership of packages, and leading teams in demanding environments — this role offers both challenge and long-term progression.

The Role

You will take full responsibility for delivering key heavy civils packages, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day site operations across earthworks, reinforced concrete, drainage and infrastructure packages

Manage and coordinate site teams including Engineers, Supervisors and subcontractors

Drive programme delivery, ensuring works are completed on time and to specification

Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial and Design teams to resolve issues and maintain progress

Review and implement RAMS, method statements and construction programmes

Monitor productivity, track progress and report to senior management

Ensure full compliance with health & safety standards within a live operational environment

Maintain accurate site documentation and reporting

What We’re Looking For

Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Proven experience as a Site Agent or Sub Agent on major civil engineering projects

Strong background in heavy civils — including earthworks, RC structures and drainage

Experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex site logistics

Ability to deliver within tight programmes and fast-paced environments

Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills

Why Apply?

Join a contractor with a strong track record of delivering major infrastructure projects

Be part of a business with a secure pipeline of long-term work across multiple sectors

Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-value projects that enhance your profile

Clear and structured career progression with support into Project Management roles

Work within a collaborative and well-resourced delivery team

Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and full benefits package

Stability of working with a contractor known for staff retention and repeat project delivery

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