Sub Agent

Role Overview

Working on-site at the Mandeville Road Ventilation Shaft, this role focuses on preparing for and delivering the shaft's internal RC structure, Headhouse Piles, RC, AFO, and the Urban Realm scope. You will be responsible for developing the design, construction methodology, programme, and cost for your assigned area, reporting to the Agent.

Key responsibilities include preparing for the delivery of works, managing design, programme, and pre-construction information production. You will also manage resources, provide supervision, advice, and guidance to construction teams and subcontractors.

Ensuring the progress of works aligns with contract, programme, budget, and design requirements is crucial. You will implement and assure compliance with all relevant HS2 and statutory requirements concerning Health, Safety, Environment, and Public Relations within your scope of work. Additionally, you will manage QA within your section of works, including compiling handover packs and obtaining client approval.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage, supervise, train, and mentor the site team to optimize their work contribution.
• Review contractual agreements, develop detailed site-specific programmes and forecast budgets, assess actual programme and productivity, and report changes to the Construction Manager and QS department.
• Be fully conversant with subcontractor's contract conditions, assist in developing job-specific subcontract conditions, and manage subcontractors' accounts with the QS team.
• Requisition resources in a timely manner, ensuring correct specifications and availability to avoid impeding the construction programme.
• Communicate non-conformances and instructions from the client/designer/RE's staff to the Construction Manager, QA, and QS teams. Maintain comprehensive records of resources for additional works.
• Maintain a full and accurate daily site diary, including changes/variations, subcontractor attendance, and records of work-related discussions.
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to inspection and test plans, risk assessments, and method statements for work control. This includes familiarity with and commitment to Health & Safety and Environmental Policies, implementing the Safety Management System, and informing teams and subcontractors of relevant issues.
• Internal liaison with the Construction Manager, Design and Engineering Team, QA team, and Cost Control.
• External liaison with HS2, Subcontractors/Suppliers, and Stakeholders, requiring close coordination with the Construction Manager.
• Understand and implement the Client and Joint Venture Partners' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect company operations.

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing, best practice, and SCL.
• Understanding of working with and implementing construction contracts (NEC).
• Ability to use initiative based on engineering and practical experience.
• Capable of independent and collaborative work, working effectively with team members and external stakeholders.
• Computer competence in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Control Systems, and Auto CAD.
• Excellent communication skills, adaptable to different receivers.
• Relevant CSCS Card.
• Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management.

Desirable Experience:

• Temporary Works Experience and/or qualifications.
• Lifting Experience and/or Qualifications.
• Experience working for a Tier 1 contractor.
• Experience working with Shafts/RC/SCL works.
• Experience of Self-Delivery and Subcontract Management.