Posted 21 July, 2026
Site Agent - Water
Elvet Recruitment
WF1, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager on behalf of a civil engineering main contractor to work on projects across Central Yorkshire (A1/M1 corridor)... This large main contractor have been established several decades and operate with a sizeable turnover north of £500m per annum. They have consistent work secured from the ongoing Yorkshire Water AMP8 framework until 2030. They offer a Site Agent the opportunity to run their own multi-million £ projects cradle to grave. Projects: storm tanks, combined sewer overflows and water treatment upgrades. Scope of works on these includes: shaft sinking, manhole construction, deep drainage, re-enforced concrete, pumping stations and varied pipework / concrete packages. Due to the regional framework agreement, all work is within the Yorkshire Water catchment area with no working away. Responsibilities as Agent / Manager: * Manage project at all setup & site stages * Updating site documentation - RAMS, CPP's * Cost control with QS * Manage contract changes - EW's CE's * Coordinate with stakeholders * Ensure site H&S is established fully when working nearby the public * Liaison with Yorkshire Water as client * Temporary Works coordination / management * Management of direct labour and sub-contractors * Produce progress reports * HSE documentation & site audits with client * Keeping site folders up to date Experience required: * Must have proven experience at Site Manager / Site Agent level leading heavy civils / water infrastructure projects (values £5m+) * Must have experience managing permanent and temporary works * Must have experience with drainage, excavations, re-enforced concrete * Site Engineer background is advantageous * Working knowledge of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts desired * Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree) * Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and Full Driver's License Remuneration: A salary of up to £62,000 (dependent upon experience) plus: 1. Company vehicle or car allowance 2. Fuel for business mileage 3. 27 days + stat annual leave 4. Pension scheme 5. And more... For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment
