Engineering Sub Agent, Civil Engineering

Company Overview

Empower Advisory UK, part of the BMD Group based in Australia, focuses on simplifying large, complex projects. With a team experienced in project delivery across the UK and Australia, we aim to deliver projects ahead of time, within budget, and with exceptional outcomes. The BMD Group is a leading integrated engineering, construction, and urban development business committed to collaboration and sustainability.

This is a full‐time, site‑based Sub Agent position based in Bridgwater, Somerset. The Sub Agent will manage and mentor a team of Site and Section engineers, assisting the Agent in delivering all construction operations and ensuring technical compliance of the project to meet safety, schedule, and quality requirements. The role operates on a 10 on, 4 off shift pattern with hours from 12:00 to 22:30.

• Communicate and report to multiple stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of projects, including management of subcontractors and liaison with client representatives.
• Assist with construction strategy, including kick‑off meetings, pre‑commencement documentation such as Method Statements, Environmental and Quality Plans, construction programmes, procurement, change management, and design deliverable schedules.
• Allocate labour, plant, materials and temporary works to carry out activities to required standards, programme and budget.
• Assist with production of programmes, progress reports, resource and budget forecast.
• Identify and resolve technical problems arising from site issues.
• Conduct site evaluations, develop Health & Safety and Quality documentation, provide technical expertise, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Ensure quality deliverables of the package of works.

• Degree level/HNC/HND qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of construction and engineering experience, including reinforced concrete.
• IT skills including MS Office and planning software (Primavera P6, Aphex, MS Project).
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent understanding of CDM regulations and site safety standards.
• BPSS level of security clearance required.

• CSCS, SMSTS, TWS or TWC certifications.
• BIM / Digital skills including AutoCAD 3D.
• Experience with NEC contracts, planning, cost control and supply chain.

• Career growth with specialised learning and development programs.
• Recognition through annual employee awards and Thrive reward platform.
• Wellbeing support with mental health resources and discounted gym access.
• Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements.
• Perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with many retailers.

We recognise that diversity strengthens our teams and embrace differences as an equal‑opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we can only respond to shortlisted candidates. No agency submissions will be accepted.