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Sub-Agent in Manchester

On-site in Manchester·Full-time·Added today (last checked 27 Oct)

Kier

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On-site, Manchester
Contract
Full-time

Skills

Kier is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Manchester.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Visa & relocation

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

The role

We're looking for a Sub Agent to join our United Utilities Framework based in Eccles, Greater Manchester

Join us in this exciting opportunity to assist in the management and delivery of projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the required quality standards. You'll be coordinating site activities, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and health & safety regulations. This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in construction.

What you'll do

As a Sub Agent, you'll be working within the team, supporting them in delivering successful projects.

  • Overseeing daily site operations, ensuring work is carried out according to project plans, specifications, and safety standards
  • Coordinating with engineers, forepersons, and subcontractors to ensure efficient workflow
  • Monitoring progress against project schedules, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions
  • Conducting site inspections, quality checks, and risk assessments to ensure compliance
  • Supporting the Site Agent in managing resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, to maximise efficiency

How you'll work

Location: Eccles, Greater Manchester
Hours: 45 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

What are we looking for?

This role of Sub Agent is great for you if:

  • You have demonstrable experience in site management, civil engineering, or construction supervision
  • You hold a qualification in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
  • You have a strong understanding of construction methodologies, health & safety regulations, and industry standards
  • You have proven experience in coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources on-site
  • You hold a Full driving licence and are willing to travel between project sites as required

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.

If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!

About Kier

Industry
Construction

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Additional information

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.

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