sub agent

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join a principal contractor delivering a major capital upgrade across an active Water Treatment Works (WTW) facility in Chichester.

This long-term assignment forms part of the AMP8 infrastructure framework. Working alongside the Site Agent and Project Manager, you will take hands-on operational management of core civil engineering packages-including deep excavations, reinforced concrete (RC) structures, pipeline diversions, and temporary works-ensuring works are executed safely, to specification, and strictly against project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Operational Management: Oversee daily civil engineering delivery on site, directing site engineers, general foremen, direct workforces, and specialist sub-contractors.
• Production & Lookaheads: Produce, manage, and drive 3-to-6 week lookahead schedules, monitoring resource allocations and resolving operational bottlenecks early.
• Technical Interface & Temporary Works: Coordinate technical queries (TQs), RFIs, and temporary works solutions, acting as the main interface between design leads and site execution teams.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Implement and monitor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), oversee structural tolerances, log site diaries, and close out non-conformances.
• Health, Safety & Environment: Review and approve Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS), issue Permits to Dig/Work, and maintain zero-harm safety standards around live water processing assets.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Water Sector Background: Demonstrable experience as a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer delivering heavy civils or infrastructure packages on UK water facilities (WTW / WwTW).
• Core Technical Competencies: Practical knowledge of deep drainage, RC structures, earthworks, pipework systems, and temporary works management.
• Qualifications: Degree, HND, or HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent industry experience).
• Mandatory Tickets:
• Valid CSCS Card (Management / Black or Gold)
• SMSTS & First Aid at Work
• EUSR National Water Hygiene Card
• Desirable: Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Confined Spaces certification.