Client Representative

Job description

Client Representative / Site Representative – Highways Enabling Works

Essex (Chelmsford) – Fully Site Based

6 Month Contract (Strong Possibility of Extension)

Up to £600 per day DOE

We are currently supporting a major infrastructure and renewable energy project and are looking for an experienced Client / Site Representative to support the delivery of highways enabling works on a large-scale development.

This is a fully site-based role in Essex where you will act as the client’s representative, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual and quality expectations.

The Role

You will support the delivery of enabling works required ahead of construction on a major infrastructure project, including road widening and utility diversions to facilitate access to the main site.

The role will involve extensive coordination with contractors, local authorities, utility providers and other stakeholders, ensuring the works progress smoothly and issues are resolved efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the client’s on-site representative overseeing highways enabling works
• Monitor quality, progress, safety and compliance on site
• Perform duties aligned with the NEC4 Supervisor role
• Identify and escalate risks, issues and commercial impacts
• Coordinate interfaces between contractors and external stakeholders
• Manage relationships with utilities and local authorities
• Ensure works comply with planning conditions and project requirements
• Support the Works Package Manager with delivery of the overall package

Stakeholder Engagement

You will interface directly with a range of stakeholders including:

• Local Highways Authority
• Utility providers (power, telecoms, water)
• Contractors and subcontractors
• Environmental and archaeological specialists
• Local community representatives

Experience Required

• Strong background in civil engineering projects, ideally highways or heavy civils
• Experience working on NEC contracts (NEC4 desirable)
• Experience overseeing site delivery and contractor performance
• Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in a fully site-based role

Desirable

• Experience in utilities, energy or infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of utility diversions or enabling works
• SMSTS certification
• Full UK driving licence

If you are an experienced Site Representative / Client Rep with NEC contract experience and a highways or civils background, I’d be keen to discuss this opportunity further.

Please apply here and we'll be in touch as soon as possible.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chelmsford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English