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Fawkes & Reece

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Plymouth

AI generated summary

  • You must be local to Sherford, have groundworks management experience, know infrastructure works, assist senior management, possess health and safety background, and demonstrate leadership skills.
  • You will order materials, lead safety talks, raise notifications, ensure safety compliance, coordinate teams, and manage stakeholder communication on-site.

Requirements

  • - Based within a commutable distance from the site located in Sherford, near Plymouth.
  • - Experience in managing groundworks projects.
  • - Strong understanding of infrastructure works including earthworks, Section 278 works, road construction, and drainage.
  • - Ability to assist the Director and Works Manager effectively.
  • - Background in health and safety management on site.
  • - Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • - Ordering plant, labour and materials
  • - Leading toolbox talks, daily briefings and site inductions
  • - Working with the Site Agent and commercial team to raise early warning notices
  • - Promote the highest levels of health and safety on site
  • - Liaise with stakeholders on public facing projects
  • - Ensure your work force is working safely, effectively and efficiently
  • - Reading drawings with the site engineer to coordinate gangs and overcome design difficulties
  • - Ensure risk assessments and method statements are being adhered to

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Sub Agent / Site Manager.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Sherford, near Plymouth.

What type of projects will the Sub Agent / Site Manager be involved in?

The individual will be involved in major groundworks projects, including earthworks, roads construction, new drainage, culvert installation, and Section 278 works for a housing estate.

How long is the anticipated lifespan of the project?

The anticipated lifespan of the project is at least two years, with the potential for at least a further three years.

What prior experience is required for this position?

Ideal candidates should have experience in civil engineering, groundworks, or site management, particularly with infrastructure projects.

Will there be support on site for this position?

Yes, the incoming individual will be supported by a dedicated project team that includes a 'hands-on' Director and a seasoned Works Manager.

What are the main duties of the Sub Agent / Site Manager?

Duties include ordering plant, labour and materials, leading toolbox talks and daily briefings, promoting health and safety, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to risk assessments and method statements.

Is there potential for career growth in this role?

Yes, the business is experiencing growth and offers the possibility for ongoing work on various projects along the Southwestern Coast.

How will the role contribute to the company's operations?

The role will assist in delivering critical infrastructure works for a new housing estate, ensuring projects run safely, effectively, and efficiently.

Who should I contact for more information about the role?

You can contact Antony Whorton at Fawkes & Reece (South) for more details about the role.

Fawkes & Reece

The UK’s leading Construction recruitment consultancy

Human Resources
Industry
51-200
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fawkes & Reece has been providing staffing and recruitment services to the leading organisations across construction and the built environment since 2001.