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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.

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Site Agent in the Chipping Warden area to join our portal building team.

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

This position will need to liaise with the Agent, Sub Agent and Section Foreman to allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works to carry out the activities to the required standards, programme and budget. You will also manage the site engineering team and be responsible for its performance and development.

The Senior Agent will coordinate construction operations, ensuring they conform to the contract requirements. The role is integral to maintaining a high level of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) and will manage the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans, contribute to financial forecasting, site measurement, material reconciliations and cost control.

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 partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including major high‑speed rail projects.

Our scope of 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, protecting the environment and acting as a good neighbour.

We are committed to and strongly believe in inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make, and we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Please contact us if any additional support is required during your application.

EKFB will undertake the relevant standard employment checks, including references, ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right‑to‑work in the UK. BPSS security clearance will be required. Some roles may be subject to further checks.

• HNC/Degree (Construction/Civil Engineering related) or equivalent
• Mandatory CSCS Requirement (one of the following) - Black, White, White/Yellow, Yellow or Red Experienced
• Mandatory SMSTS
• You must hold a driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills
• Experience with portal building and tunnels is desirable.
• Previous experience in people management