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Contract

Site Agent - Rail

Matchtech
Lancashire
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 14 October 2026 (1 week ago)
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Ref: 225723921


Our client is seeking an experienced Site Agent to support the delivery of rail engineering works on a six-month contract. Working within a multidisciplinary project team, the Site Agent will help coordinate site activities, manage subcontractors and ensure works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and to the required quality standards.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Project Manager in leading multidisciplinary teams and achieving project objectives
  • Act as a key point of contact for client representatives and other stakeholders
  • Plan and coordinate daily site activities, subcontractor packages and project integration
  • Develop Work Package Plans, Inspection Test Plans, material check sheets and four-week lookahead schedules
  • Oversee construction quality, conduct inspections, manage defects and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and contractual requirements
  • Review subcontractor designs, documentation, RAMS and risk assessments
  • Monitor scope, progress, costs and change, ensuring accurate project reporting and timely escalation of variances
  • Maintain construction logs, technical queries, site records, as-built drawings and assurance documentation through to handover and closeout


Job Requirements:

  • Experience working as a Site Agent within rail, civil engineering or construction environments
  • PTS/Sentinel certification
  • Valid CSCS certification
  • Strong understanding of Network Rail procedures, rail safety requirements and site delivery practices
  • Knowledge of quality assurance processes, including ITPs, material check sheets and defect resolution
  • Experience preparing and reviewing WPPs, RAMS, task brief sheets and construction documentation
  • Understanding of environmental risk management and the implementation of mitigation measures
  • Excellent communication, leadership, planning and stakeholder management skills


Contract Details:

  • Six-month contract
  • Rail and civils project environment


If you are an experienced Site Agent with rail and civils expertise, the ability to coordinate complex site activities and the required PTS/Sentinel and CSCS credentials, apply now to support the successful delivery of this important project.

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