Agent
| Posting date: | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £500 to £550 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2026 |
| Location: | MK184DZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Morson Talent |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 257592-44957 |
Summary
Role: Agent
Duration: Long Term
Rate (Umbrella): £500 - £550
Location: Multiple across Calvert Area
A leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on a major UK infrastructure project is seeking an experienced Agent to join the team on a freelance/contract basis in Buckinghamshire.
This role offers the opportunity to lead the delivery of complex civil engineering works on a high-profile infrastructure scheme, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
The Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for managing site operations, engineering teams, subcontractors, and project delivery activities across a designated section of works.
Key responsibilities include:
• Managing the safe and successful delivery of civil engineering works from construction through to completion
• Leading site teams including engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors
• Coordinating labour, plant, materials, and resources to achieve programme targets
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with quality, safety, environmental, and contractual requirements
• Monitoring project progress, costs, and productivity
• Reviewing and implementing construction methodologies and temporary works requirements
• Managing short-term planning, reporting, and site documentation
• Identifying and resolving technical and operational challenges on site
• Building strong working relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and subcontractors
• Supporting commercial activities including forecasting, change management, and cost control
The successful candidate will have:
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline
• Proven experience working as an Agent or Senior Sub Agent on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Strong background in civil engineering disciplines such as earthworks, drainage, utilities, highways, or heavy structures
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams
• Good understanding of NEC contracts and construction delivery processes
• A valid CSCS card (Black - Manager preferred)
• SMSTS certification
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
This Client is also exploring multiple roles within Buckinghamshire, including Sub Agents, Section Engineers, and Site Engineers. If you are interested in this role and feel you have the relevant experience of these positions, please apply.