Site Agent​/Manager - United Utilities Framework

Position: Site Agent / Manager - United Utilities Framework (Permanent)
Location: Cheshire West and Chester

Site Agent - Water Sector - Cheshire

As Site Agent, you'll manage the delivery of civil and water projects from planning to completion — ensuring safety, quality, environmental compliance, and cost control; leading projects on the United Utilities Framework. Working closely with the Contracts/Project Manager, engineers, and QS teams, you'll ensure projects meet client expectations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead site operations to deliver projects safely, on time, and to spec.

* Manage Sub Agents, Engineers, and Foremen as required.

* Produce and implement Project Plans, RAMS, ITPs, and Waste Management Plans.

* Oversee programmes, 2-week lookaheads, and procurement schedules.

* Maintain cost control, maximise project value, and identify value-engineering opportunities.

* Act as key client liaison, ensuring satisfaction and effective communication.

* Prepare accurate reports, site diaries, and chair weekly meetings.

Performance Measures:

* Timely reporting and KPI achievement.

* Adherence to quality, safety, and commercial targets.

Requirements:

Essential:

* Strong experience in civil engineering (water sector preferred).

* Knowledge of CDM, design, risk, and cost management.

* Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering.

* CSCS, IOSH Managing Safely/SMSTS, Temporary Works Coordinator, and Confined Space training.

* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

* CEng MICE or equivalent.

* Experience with Primavera P6, JCT/NEC contracts.

* Additional Temporary Works qualifications.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary + car/allowance.

* Company bonus, life assurance, private medical cover, and health insurance