Site Agent

Job description

Site Agent

Location: Lea Bridge Road, Hackney London Area

Type: Permanent, Full-time, Onsite

Salary: £56,000k

Project Partners are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Agent in the Lea Bridge Road, London area who is looking for a new permanent position working within the Civil Engineering and Water Utilities industry.

The purpose of this role is to ensure successful delivery on site of a range of mains renewals schemes. The role covers the schemes in the London region. The ideal candidate will have experience managing infrastructure projects, ideally in water mains or utilities, with a strong understanding of site operations, health & safety, and quality standards.

Role Responsibilities

Project Coordination:

Oversee daily site operations to ensure timely delivery of water main replacement works, coordinating closely with site teams and subcontractors.

Material & Equipment Management:

Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials and equipment to site teams, preventing delays and maintaining workflow efficiency.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

Uphold and enforce all HSE standards on-site, conducting regular inspections and promoting a culture of safety.

Stakeholder Communication:

Liaise with clients, local authorities, and internal teams to provide updates, resolve issues, and maintain strong working relationships.

Team Leadership:

Lead and motivate site personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment aligned with the companies values.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting:

Track project milestones, maintain accurate site records, and report progress to senior management, highlighting risks and mitigation strategies.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure all works meet required specifications and standards, conducting inspections and managing quality control documentation.

Problem Solving:

Respond swiftly to site challenges, including logistical issues or unforeseen delays, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.

Cost Control:

Monitor site expenditures, manage resources efficiently, and support the commercial team in maintaining budgetary control.

Continuous Improvement:

Contribute to process improvements and innovation, helping the company set new benchmarks in water infrastructure delivery.

Candidate Experience Required:

• Experience managing infrastructure projects, ideally in water mains or utilities, with a strong understanding of site operations, health & safety, and quality standards.
• Proven ability to manage the timely delivery of materials and equipment to field teams, avoiding delays and ensuring smooth project progression
• Experience leading site teams and subcontractors, while effectively liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to maintain project momentum.
• Full driving license.
• Water Hygiene EUSR Card
• NRSWA – Unit 10 (or equivalent), backfilling and reinstating.
• Cable Avoidance/Safe Digging
• First AID
• Able to utilise basic I.T programmes (excel, word and outlook)
• Temporary Works Supervisor (desirable)
• Slinger/Signaller (desirable)
• NPORS Traffic Marshall or Banksmen (desirable)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Upper Hackney

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-08-2026

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