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Posted on May 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Devonport, Devon, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project
Agent – Major Infrastructure Project

Location: Plymouth (Devonport)

Rate: £500 per day + £50 lodge allowance (if eligible)

Hours: 42.5 hours per week (07:30 – 17:00)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday – site-based

About the Role

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Agent to join a major infrastructure project based within the Devonport Dock framework in Plymouth.

This role will see you take full responsibility for delivering a section of works, ensuring technical compliance with design specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and programme performance.

Due to the nature of the project, you will be working within a live, highly regulated site.

Key Responsibilities

Programme and manage works to ensure timely delivery

Monitor commercial performance and effectively utilise project resources

Support the implementation of Health & Safety policies and procedures

Take ownership of project financial performance, including:

Forecasting and cost control

Cost vs value reviews

Commercial reporting

Maintain accurate records of labour, plant, materials, and supply chain usage

Ensure works are delivered in line with technical specifications

Lead client interfaces and manage project delivery across both technical and business aspects

Requirements

Relevant qualification (HNC, Degree, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Construction/Engineering)

SSSTS or SMSTS certification

Experience working in civil engineering environments, particularly:

Groundworks

Reinforced concrete

Strong understanding of commercial processes

Experience producing RAMS and working with Quality Management Systems

Proven leadership and project management skills

Strong communication and organisational ability

Experience using surveying equipment such as Leica (GPS, Total Station, levels)

Desirable

Experience in earthworks and large-scale infrastructure projects

Experience working in highly regulated sectors (e.g. nuclear or defence)

Working towards Chartership (ICE, IStructE, or similar)

Security & Eligibility Requirements

Due to the nature of this project:

BPSS security clearance is required (can take up to 8 weeks)

Candidates must:

Hold a valid passport from a NATO or MISWG member country

Have resided in the UK continuously for the past 5 years

Reference: 225082995

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CV-Library

Site Agent

CV-Library

Posted on May 8, 2026 by CV-Library

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Devonport, Devon, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project
Agent – Major Infrastructure Project

Location: Plymouth (Devonport)

Rate: £500 per day + £50 lodge allowance (if eligible)

Hours: 42.5 hours per week (07:30 – 17:00)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday – site-based

About the Role

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Agent to join a major infrastructure project based within the Devonport Dock framework in Plymouth.

This role will see you take full responsibility for delivering a section of works, ensuring technical compliance with design specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and programme performance.

Due to the nature of the project, you will be working within a live, highly regulated site.

Key Responsibilities

Programme and manage works to ensure timely delivery

Monitor commercial performance and effectively utilise project resources

Support the implementation of Health & Safety policies and procedures

Take ownership of project financial performance, including:

Forecasting and cost control

Cost vs value reviews

Commercial reporting

Maintain accurate records of labour, plant, materials, and supply chain usage

Ensure works are delivered in line with technical specifications

Lead client interfaces and manage project delivery across both technical and business aspects

Requirements

Relevant qualification (HNC, Degree, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Construction/Engineering)

SSSTS or SMSTS certification

Experience working in civil engineering environments, particularly:

Groundworks

Reinforced concrete

Strong understanding of commercial processes

Experience producing RAMS and working with Quality Management Systems

Proven leadership and project management skills

Strong communication and organisational ability

Experience using surveying equipment such as Leica (GPS, Total Station, levels)

Desirable

Experience in earthworks and large-scale infrastructure projects

Experience working in highly regulated sectors (e.g. nuclear or defence)

Working towards Chartership (ICE, IStructE, or similar)

Security & Eligibility Requirements

Due to the nature of this project:

BPSS security clearance is required (can take up to 8 weeks)

Candidates must:

Hold a valid passport from a NATO or MISWG member country

Have resided in the UK continuously for the past 5 years
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Reference: 225082995

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