Sub Agent
EKFB
Overview
- Assist with construction strategy, including meetings, documentation, and scheduling.
- Manage labour, plant, materials, and temporary works for site activities.
- Oversee and develop the site engineering team.
- Ensure construction operations meet contract requirements and SHEQ standards.
- Contribute to programming, progress reports, resource planning, and financial forecasting.
About the role
EKFB is a joint venture bringing together leading international expertise from Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial, and BAM Nuttall. We specialize in railway network design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance, including major high-speed rail projects.
About The Role
We are seeking a Sub Agent to join our Engineering team near Wendover, Buckinghamshire. Ideally, you will have experience in Highways.
In this role, you will assist with the construction strategy by leading kick-off meetings and preparing pre-commencement documentation such as Method Statements, Environmental and Quality Plans, Construction Programmes, procurement, and design deliverable schedules.
You will liaise with the Agent and Section Foreman to allocate resources (labour, plant, materials, temporary works) to execute activities to the required standards, programme, and budget. You will also manage the site engineering team, taking responsibility for their performance and development. A key part of this role is coordinating construction operations to ensure they conform to contract requirements and maintain the highest standards of safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ).
This position will involve assisting with the production of programmes, progress reports, resource and cost plans, and contributing to financial forecasting, site measurement, material reconciliations, and cost control.
About You
- HNC/Degree in a Construction/Civil Engineering related field, or equivalent, and working towards institute membership (ICE).
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of Site Engineering activities combined with construction supervision skills.
- Experience in heavy structures and some experience in highways is preferable.
- Must possess own transport and a full driving licence to attend sites in potentially remote areas.
- Hold the following competencies: SMSTS or SSSTS; CSCS card (White, White-Yellow, Red - Experienced, Black - Manager, or Gold - Supervisor).
About Us
EKFB is proud to be appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link. Our scope includes numerous viaducts, tunnels, road diversions, and significant excavation. We are committed to improving lives and communities, providing sustained employment opportunities, and being a good neighbour by protecting the environment.
We foster a collaborative, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking culture and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves. Please contact us if you require any support during the application process.
Pre-employment checks, including BPSS security clearance, will be conducted for successful candidates.