Site Agent - Water
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7JS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4767533_1770127541 |
Summary
Your new company
You will be joining a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a large-scale clean water infrastructure project in East Anglia. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader in the industry and, as part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Site Agent to join their delivery team in Bury St Edmonds.
Your new role
As a Site Agent, you will play a vital leadership role in delivering complex civil engineering works on a major section of the pipeline near Bury St Edmunds. Working within a high‑performing and multi‑disciplinary team, you will take responsibility for day‑to‑day site operations, ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading site teams and subcontractors to ensure effective delivery of planned works
- Managing programme, quality, environmental and safety requirements
- Overseeing temporary and permanent works in accordance with project specifications
- Monitoring progress, resolving onsite challenges and ensuring work remains aligned to project milestones
- Building strong working relationships with project partners, stakeholders and the client
- Maintaining accurate site records, reporting and compliance documentation.
This is a role for someone who thrives in a dynamic infrastructure environment and is motivated by delivering projects that make a real impact on communities.
What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Engineer on large‑scale civil engineering projects (water, utilities, pipelines or heavy civils ideal)
- CSCS, SMSTS and first aid accreditations (or willingness to obtain)
- Excellent working knowledge of CDM regulations, health and safety and quality management systems
- Experience managing subcontractors, resources and site logistics
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and direct site teams
- Sound problem‑solving abilities and a proactive mindset
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
- Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
- 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme (matched up to 6%)
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
- Sick pay
- Life assurance
- Annual pay review
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Professional membership fees paid
- Supportive and collaborative work environment with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and employee wellbeing
- Clear pathways for professional growth and career progression with a Tier 1 contractor
- Opportunity to work on one of the UK's flagship water infrastructure programmes and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.
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