SITE AGENT REQUIRED - CIVILS & SHAFT SINKING - CUMBRIA 📍 Location: Cumbria Duration: 12 Months Accommodation: Digs Provided Sector: Civil Engineering | Shaft Sinking | Tunnelling We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civils & Shaft Sinking Site Agent to oversee a major civil engineering infrastructure project in Cumbria. This position requires an established Site Agent with a proven track record working with Tier 1 contractors, capable of managing complex construction operations, site documentation, procurement and project delivery. TIER 1 CONTRACTOR EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL. Key Responsibilities * Oversee and coordinate daily site operations, including civils and shaft sinking activities. * Prepare, review and manage RAMS, Method Statements, Risk Assessments and associated site documentation. * Manage procurement of materials, plant, equipment and subcontractor packages. * Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and engineering personnel. * Monitor construction programmes, progress, productivity and quality. * Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, technical specifications and client standards. * Manage site reporting, progress meetings, quality records and project documentation. * Liaise directly with Tier 1 clients, project managers and senior stakeholders. * Identify and resolve technical, operational and programme-related issues. Essential Requirements * Proven experience as a Site Agent on major civil engineering projects. * Tier 1 contractor/client experience - essential. * Strong background in shaft sinking, deep excavations and associated civil engineering works. * Comprehensive knowledge of RAMS, Method Statements, temporary works and site safety procedures. * Demonstrable procurement and subcontractor management experience. * Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and digital site reporting systems. * Ability to manage construction programmes, technical documentation and commercial records. * Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. * Relevant construction management qualifications and certifications. What's on Offer? * 12-month project duration. * Accommodation/digs provided. * Major civil engineering infrastructure project. * Technically challenging shaft sinking operations. * Opportunity to work within an established project team. We are particularly interested in speaking with experienced Site Agents who have successfully delivered major civils and shaft sinking projects within Tier 1 environments. Candidates must be confident managing both the operational and administrative demands of a major infrastructure project. Interested? Contact me directly for a confidential discussion. 📞 (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age