Sub Agent – Highways Schemes

Red Sky Personnel Ltd

Red Sky Personnel are recruiting for experienced Sub Agent to work on Highways schemes in Kent.

As a Sub Agent you will have extensive experience in the civils sector including highways and roads schemes working for a main contractor and working with the NEC form of contract
You will have experience as a Sub Agent within the UK Civil Engineering sector, particularly working within Highways, and working with the NEC form of contract. You must also have a relevant industry qualification (SMSTS or equivalent). You will have significant main contractor civils experience either working on the construction of new highways, rain gardens, entry exit systems, and public realm works
You must also have a relevant industry qualification (SMSTS or equivalent).
A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable. Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license is essential, and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our Eastern Region.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Site Agent or Project Manager in the execution of his duties, and management of smaller construction contracts.
• Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.
• Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.
• Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.
• Preparing and monitoring programmes of work.
• Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.
• Manage design co-ordination.
• Manage contracts to ensure timely and profitable completion of contracts.
• Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.
• Foster good relations and reputation with clients.

If successful you can expect:

• Competitive Salary
• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes from a supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• Early finish on a Friday