Sub Agent

HS2 Ltd; Wendover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is looking for a Sub Agent to join their Engineering team near Wendover, Buckinghamshire. In this role, you will support the construction strategy, manage site engineering activities, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should possess an HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering and have strong site engineering and supervision skills. Excellent opportunity to work on high-speed rail projects with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities.
• Experience in heavy structures and some experience in highways is preferable.
• Full driving licence required and own transport to attend remote site(s).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the construction strategy and related documentation.
• Manage site engineering team and coordinate construction operations.
• Contribute to financial forecasting and cost control.

Skills

Site Engineering

Construction supervision

Heavy structure experience

Highways experience

Education

HNC/Degree in Construction/Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

We are seeking to recruit a Sub Agent to join our Engineering team based near Wendover, Buckinghamshire.

As a Sub Agent you will need to assist with the construction strategy, this includes kick-off meetings, pre-commencement documentation such as Method Statements, Environmental and Quality Plans, Construction programmes, procurement and design deliverable schedules.

This position will liaise with the Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works to carry out the activities to the required standards, programme and budget. The Sub Agent will also need to manage the site engineering team and be responsible for the performance and development of site and Section Engineers. Assisting with the co-ordination of construction operations, ensuring they conform to the contract requirements and the required level of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) is a key part of this role.

This position will assist with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans and contribute to financial forecasting, site measurement, material reconciliations and cost control.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects. EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.

Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work. If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link. We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities.

Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application. Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks: It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process)

About You

• HNC/Degree(Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent and working towards institute membership(ICE)
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.
• Experience in heavy structure and some experience in highways is preferable
• Must have own transport to be able to attend site(s) in remote areas
• Full driving licence required
• You must hold the following competencies
  • SMSTS or SSSTS;
  • CSCS White, White-Yellow, Red - Experienced, Black - Manager or Gold - Supervisor