Civil Engineering Operation Manager jobs

Civil Engineering Sub Agents and Site Agents

Due to continued growth and an increase in workload, George Leslie Ltd is looking to recruit experienced Civil Engineering Sub Agents and Site Agents to join our site teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals with strong site management experience to play a key role in the successful delivery of civil engineering projects, while working within a supportive, professional and high-performing team.

The Roles

Sub Agents will support the Site Agent or Project Manager with the day-to-day running of site operations, helping to organise labour, coordinate works and supervise operatives and subcontractors to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. There may also be opportunities to take responsibility for smaller sites.

Site Agents will be responsible for organising and managing the day-to-day running of site operations, supervising employees, subcontractors and specialist contractors, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with programme, budget, quality, safety and environmental requirements.

Both roles will involve maintaining accurate site records, ensuring compliance with company procedures and supporting the delivery of projects in accordance with the Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan, Quality Management Plan and Environmental Management Plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate labour, subcontractors and specialist contractors on site
• Maintain awareness of programme constraints and drive works to meet agreed targets
• Monitor the quality of workmanship and ensure works are completed to the required standard
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental procedures
• Order and manage materials, plant and equipment in line with programme requirements
• Ensure plant and equipment are used efficiently, safely and securely
• Maintain accurate site records, registers, reports and filing systems
• Support or manage setting out requirements and ensure information is accurate
• Work closely with the wider site management team to control works on site
• Assess the accuracy of works and identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce costs
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team
• Support community benefits and other project-related requirements where applicable

About You

We are looking for candidates who are confident managing site operations, building strong working relationships and maintaining high standards of safety, quality and professionalism.

• Previous experience in a similar civil engineering or construction role
• Strong supervisory or management experience on site
• Experience working with direct labour, engineering staff, subcontractors and specialist contractors
• Good knowledge of setting out requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and operatives at all levels
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records
• IT literacy and confidence using relevant systems and documentation
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
• A professional approach and the ability to represent George Leslie positively
• Willingness to mentor, support and develop junior or site-based staff
• Valid CSCS card
• SMSTS 5 Day qualification
• Good knowledge of health and safety within construction
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel as required
• Roads and Street Works certification and first aid training would be advantageous

What We Offer

• 34 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Company car/car allowance
• Life Assurance
• Private Health Care

We offer the opportunity to work as part of a friendly, hard-working and high-achieving team where you will be encouraged to take responsibility, develop your skills and see the difference you are making to the business.

Equal Opportunity Employment

George Leslie is committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic by law.

We promote equal opportunity and value diversity within our workforce. Our commitment to equal opportunity and diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process, and we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates who require them.

If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email or telephone so that we can make alternative arrangements for you.

George Leslie is an Equal Opportunities Employer, accredited by Investors in People and certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person