Civils Site Manager / Sub Agent - Substation

Civils Site Manager / Sub Agent – Substation Projects

Location: Norfolk Contract: 12 months, with potential for extension Start Date: ASAP Rate: DOE

We are currently seeking an experienced Civils Site Manager / Sub Agent to oversee a civils package across various substation projects in Norfolk on an initial 12-month contract, with the potential for extension.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and infrastructure, with proven experience managing civils packages on substation or similar major infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for overseeing site operations, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Candidates with previous experience working on National Grid or other high-voltage substation projects will be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of a civils package across multiple substation projects.

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are completed safely and in line with the project programme.

• Coordinate subcontractors, site managers, supervisors and groundworks teams.

• Manage civils activities including earthworks, drainage, foundations, concrete works and ducting.

• Monitor progress, productivity, resources and programme milestones.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, RAMS, permits and quality requirements.

• Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients and other stakeholders.

• Coordinate civils activities with mechanical and electrical installation teams.

• Manage site documentation, quality records and progress reporting.

• Identify and resolve site issues, ensuring minimal disruption to programme delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Civils Site Manager, Sub Agent or similar within civil engineering and infrastructure.

• Experience managing civils packages on substation or major infrastructure projects.

• Strong knowledge of groundworks, earthworks, drainage, foundations and concrete works.

• Experience managing subcontractors, site teams and multiple work fronts.

• Good understanding of health and safety, quality assurance and construction programmes.

• National Grid or high-voltage substation experience would be highly advantageous.

• Relevant site management qualifications and safety certifications.

Contract Details:

• Initial 12-month contract.

• Potential for extension.

• Immediate start available.

• Projects based across Norfolk.

If you have the relevant civils and substation experience and are available to start ASAP, please apply with your up-to-date CV and details of your availability