Sub Agent

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Crawley, UK, is seeking a Sub-Agent to manage reinforced concrete works. The role includes overseeing quality assurance and ensuring project progress aligns with contracts and design requirements. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent, knowledge of construction techniques, and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD and a relevant CSCS card are essential. This position promotes a collaborative work environment and values diversity among its employees.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HNC in Civil Engineering.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing and best practices.
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the reinforced concrete works on-site.
• Ensure accurate setting out from CAD drawings.
• Coordinating with teams for smooth execution of processes.

Skills

Understanding Engineering Principles

Construction Techniques Knowledge

Excellent Communication Skills

Computer Competence (MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD)

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Total Station

Job description

Sub-Agent

Sub Agent to manage and lead the reinforced concrete works in London.

Ensure the progress of the works are in accordance with the contract, programme, budget and design requirements.

Manage QA within section of works, including compilation of handover packs and gaining client approval.

Role Responsibility

• Understanding and interpreting structural and reinforcement drawings to accurately translate them into physical markers on-site.
• Ability to extract setting out points from CAD drawing.
• Defining and marking out boundaries, grids, levels, and other critical elements of the construction site.
• Ensuring all measurements are precise and align with project plans, which is vital for maintaining structural integrity and avoiding costly errors.
• Coordinating with other engineers, management team and construction teams to ensure smooth execution of setting out processes.
• Keeping detailed records of measurements and adjustments made during the setting out process for future reference and quality assurance.
• Ensuring all quality checks are carried out in accordance with the ITP’s and properly recorded.
• Setting out with Total Station.
• The management of non-conformance reporting and managing the nonconformances on site until complete.
• Drawing take-off for timely material ordering and delivery.
• Monitoring rebar and formwork installation in accordance with permanent design, Temp works designs and ITP.
• Reviewing rebar and formwork drawings. Ensure an understanding of the scope so you can identify changes.
• Produce as built records, fill in ITP check sheets and other required construction assurance documentation
• Deliver start of shift briefings, inductions and toolbox talks.
• Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any delays, changes / variations, subcontractors’ attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer / RE / project team.

Essential:

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HNC in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering.
• Understanding of Engineering Principles.Experience with formwork reinforced concrete works is a must.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing and best practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of working to and implementing construction contracts.
• Capable of working independently and proactively to progress works but also skilled at working collaboratively with other integrated team members and external stakeholders for the overall benefit of the project.
• Temporary Works Supervisor/Co-ordinator experience.
• Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, AutoCAD, Aphex).
• Relevant CSCS Card
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management
• Excellent communication skills and ability to adjust communication style to suite receiver.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.