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Contact Carrington West

Carrington West

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Sub Agent

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Carrington West

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
5 days ago
Salary
400.00 GBP Daily
Recruiter
Carrington West
Closes
20 Apr 2026
Course
No
Contract Type
Contract
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

We are currently looking for an experienced Sub Agent to join a major highways scheme in Peterborough. This role is ideal for someone with a strong engineering background who has progressed into site leadership and is confident managing complex infrastructure works.

The Role:

You will be responsible for overseeing sections of highways works, managing subcontractors, and ensuring delivery aligns with programme, quality, and safety expectations. You'll work closely with the wider project team and client to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering and site management of highways packages

Management and coordination of multiple subcontractors

Planning and managing short-term programmes

Reviewing and approving RAMS, WPPs, and quality procedures

Managing temporary works, traffic management, and site logistics

Liaising with clients and stakeholders on design and delivery issues

Supporting commercial awareness including change, variations, and reporting

Ensuring compliance with QA processes and maintaining site records

About You:

We are looking for someone with a similar background to the current incumbent, including:

Strong experience on highways and infrastructure projects

Previous experience as a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer stepping up

Proven ability managing multiple subcontractors and site teams

Experience with temporary works coordination and quality assurance

Confident liaising with clients and handling design queries

Strong understanding of programme management and site delivery

Candidates with experience on large-scale highways schemes (e.g. GBP30m-GBP100m+) and working within structured project environments will be particularly well suited.

Requirements:

Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering

CSCS card (essential)

SMSTS (preferred)

Temporary Works Coordinator (desirable)

Rate is dependent on experience. For more information please click APPLY NOW or call Luke Clifford on (phone number removed)

Ad ID: 5418059611

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