_{18th June, 2026}

Highways Site Agent / Manager
Location: Northwest & Cumbria
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Package

About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Highways Site Agent / Manager to join a growing civil engineering contractor delivering works across national and local highways frameworks throughout the Northwest and Cumbria.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong background in highways construction, site management and project delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Framework Managers and Project Managers across a range of highways projects.
• Manage day-to-day site operations, including night shift activities where required.
• Prepare and brief Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), Work Package Plans (WPPs) and Task Briefings.
• Develop and manage short-term programmes, milestones and resource plans.
• Monitor costs, forecast expenditure and support commercial performance.
• Assist with NEC contract administration and change management.
• Identify and implement value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure works are completed in line with design specifications and quality standards.
• Produce and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Maintain site records, diaries and progress reports.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and stakeholders throughout project delivery.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Site Agent, Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor within highways or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and health & safety legislation.
• Experience working within NEC contracts.
• Ability to manage programmes, resources and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including night shifts where required.

Package

• £50,000 - £65,000 basic salary
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Pension contributions
• Annual profit share bonus
• Annual leave plus bank holidays
• Ongoing training and career development
• Long-term pipeline of secured work

If you're looking to join a contractor with an excellent reputation and a strong order book, we'd love to hear from you.

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