Sub Agent

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Sub agents Another fantastic opportunity to join our team working on our long term project in Plymouth. This position requires security clearance - You must be a UK National. Sub Agents! VolkerStevin are hiring for a number of Sub Agents for our long term project in Plymouth. This position requires security clearance - applicants must be a UK National Overview: Responsible for the delivery of the construction-phase of assigned site or a section of the site on a large scheme. To receive instruction and to issue instruction and provide direction in order to ensure the successful delivery of the construction works assigned by the Agent or Project Manager. Responsible for management of the site from a SHEQ perspective. Accountable for: SHEQ performance of the site. Identification of change / risk / opportunity and feedback to Agent or PM for resolution. Production / review / monitoring of RAMS / ITP's to ensure compliance with business standards, policies and procedures. Accountable for provision of accurate as-built documentation. Accountable for production & issue of Weekly Progress Programmes and Reports.Ongoing Site/ Client interface and keeping good relations with clients operations team Responsible for: Construction Delivering the works safely, with overall responsibility for management of the site: Be familiar with and observe all relevant statutory provisions applicable to construction and related industries. Implement the company's procedures for managing and dealing with sub-contractors Ensure the Engineering team understand the Contract type, Works Information and Specification. Provide an overall Site Management Plan (SMP) and Environmental Control Plan (ECP) for each site, making an adequate assessment of the risks involved, and ensuring that safe systems of work and method statements are produced, followed and reviewed. Ensure that all temporary works are complied with. Ensure TWC and TWS are in place. Ensure that all lifting operations are managed by the appointed AP and Lift Supervisor are in place Ensure the Service Co-Ordinator is in place. Ensure that all excavation works are recorded by the site supervision. Ensure activity and/or substance-specific assessments under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations are made and communicated to those at risk. Responsible for management of supply chain during construction - supported by Site Agent/PM and commercial team: Pre-start Meetings Design Kick-Off Meetings (where there is supplier design) Progress Review/Co-Ordination Meetings Contribution to 360̊ performance review and feedback process Support subcontract management processes - Notice to Commence, programme review & acceptance, EWN's, CE's, Contractor's InstructionsAdditional Responsibilities: Quality Commercial Health & Safety Programme People Management About you Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering At least 6 Years' Experience working on civil engineering project Working Towards Chartered Professional Certification SMSTS First Aid CSCSIf your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. LI-DL1

Location: Plymouth, Devon, GB

Posted Date: 11/6/2025