Site Agent

• To ensure the effective management of time, cost, and quality aspects of specific projects, managing all day-to-day activities on a range of infrastructure-related projects.
• To ensure the highest possible Environment, Health, and Safety standards are employed across all projects, adhering to minimum standards and actively supporting a strong safety culture.
• To manage client expectations and ensure excellent communication with all project stakeholders.

• Manage and supervise schemes on-site to ensure that work is delivered safely, on time, to budget, and in accordance with HSEQ standards.
• Efficient organisation of labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor resources.
• Liaise with key stakeholders (client officers, designers, network management team, road space team, community groups, parish councils, etc.) to support scheme delivery.
• Ensure Construction Phase Plans, method statements, and safe systems of work (RAMS) are in place before work commences and are updated throughout.
• Ensure all site personnel (direct and subcontract) are competent and trained to safely undertake site operations.
• Review subcontractors’ RAMS, raise queries where required, and collaborate to ensure safe working practices.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and briefings, including those led by the supply chain.
• Work closely with the Commercial team and PM, taking responsibility for the commercial performance of projects, particularly in early identification of changes.
• Maintain accurate records, including site diaries, works activity logs, ITPs, resource allocations, and as-built information.
• Support the Works Manager/Assistant Works Manager in developing construction programmes, phasing plans, and project-specific supplements.
• Develop relationships with Key Supply Chain partners.
• Assist with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and buildability considerations, including Traffic Management.
• Promote Value Engineering with designers, supply chain, and Commercial teams to ensure best value for the client.
• Ensure compliance with company processes, procedures, reporting, and performance requirements.
• Conduct regular EHS site audits and encourage reporting of Near Misses and Positive Interventions.
• Support innovation by encouraging ideas from the supply chain and contributing own suggestions.

• The role is based at Drayton Highways Depot with regular attendance at sites across Oxfordshire.
• Occasional travel to head office may be required.
• Standard hours are 07:30 – 16:30, Monday to Friday, but overtime, extended hours, and night working may be required.
• Overtime will be compensated at the agreed rate.
• The role involves working in safety-critical environments; therefore, a safety management qualification is essential.

• IOSH / SMSTS / SSSTS
• CSCS (Gold or Black card)
• Degree qualified (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence
• NRSWA Supervisors Street Works Qualification (desirable)
• Lantra 12D Trained (desirable)
• First Aid
• Computer literate

• Strong background in highway maintenance & management
• Experience in surfacing operations and materials (desirable)
• Knowledge of bituminous products (desirable)
• Understanding of buildability and ability to propose design solutions (e.g., TM requirements)
• Ability to maintain & update construction programmes
• Leadership, management, and supervision of subcontractors and staff
• Commercial awareness and ability to monitor costs within agreed budgets
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
• Innovative mindset and ability to identify better ways of working

• Safe – passionate about achieving an injury-free environment and influencing others to work safely.
• Responsible – accountable for your role, clear in responsibilities, and supportive of colleagues.
• Driven – focused on continuous improvement and delivering to the best of your ability.
• Flexible – adaptable to change and proactive in finding better ways of working.
• Customer-focused – placing client and customer needs at the heart of everything you do.

Highfield Professional Solutions