Site Manager

We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including: Water We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985. Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including: Temporary and permanent design Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK's largest infrastructure projects and clients Site Agent/Manager The main purpose of the Site Agent will be responsible for the management of the construction site to achieve the required project delivery to the customers' objectives while maintaining standards of health and safety, quality, environmental impact, and cost control. You will be responsible for the delivery of various projects to the specified quality, the required programme and to the maximum commercial performance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Contracts Manager/Project Manager, engineers, and quantity surveyors to ensure that projects are completed in a safe manner whilst customer requirements and expectations are always maintained or exceeded. Site Management Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of various projects in the Civils and Water sectors Deliver the work to the specified quality without defects When required, lead a team of Sub Agents, Engineers, and Foremen to deliver the work safely without environmental incidents, and to the specified quality. Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, RAMS, and ITP, as well as Waste Management Plans, when specified, in line with Company procedures Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximised Produce and manage the project construction programme as well as produce a 2-week look-ahead. Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure sites have adequate resources to complete the tasks Undertake an ambassadorial role representing the business to customers, the public and official bodies Deliver product to customer requirements and satisfaction Cost control Populate and manage the Barhale cost plan for the project Maintain commercial tension to drive out cost and challenge the status quo Produce good quality, accurate monthly reports internally and for the Client Chair weekly site meetings in line with Company procedures Experience of working within Civil Engineering and as a Site Agent for a contractor, delivering projects in a highly regulated environment Working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management, Programme and Risk Management and cost control, including forecasting, actual cost, and value reporting Good knowledge of specifications and testing regimes relevant to general civil engineering Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent CSCS Mandatory IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS Temporary Works Coordinator Confined space training Excellent communication, people, and team management skills Knowledge of Primavera P6 software Understanding of JCT and NEC forms of contract As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. Company Pension Life Assurance Private Medical 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression Development supported by internal and externally delivered training #