Site Agent/Project manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
J. Carney Construction are currently looking for a Site Agent/ project manager for our Aylesbury site (HP22 5UP) who will be responsible for the management of the construction site in order to achieve required project delivery to the customers’ objectives, while maintaining standards of health and safety, quality, environmental impact and cost control. They will deliver the project to the specified quality, the required program and to the maximum commercial performance. The post-holder will work closely with the Estimating Department, engineers and surveyors to ensure that projects are completed in a safe manner whilst customer requirements and expectations are always maintained or exceeded. Also, future opportunity for future progression in the role.
Job Type / Category
Site Management Ensure the commercial performance of the contract is maximised. Assume overall responsibility for the successful delivery of projects Deliver the work safely, Deliver the work to the specified quality without defects Ensure production and implementation of Project Plans, WPP'S, ITP’s and waste management plans, in line with Company procedures Produce and manage the project program and produce 2 weeks look ahead Produce procurement schedules and liaise with the procurement department to ensure sites have adequate resources to complete the tasks
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
Considerable experience in Civil Engineering, Working knowledge of NEC contract conditions, CDM regulations, Design Management, Program and Risk Management and cost control including forecasting, actual cost and value reporting Good knowledge of specifications and testing regime relevant to general civil engineering, Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent CSCS managers card or SMSTS, Excellent communication, people and team management skills, Ability to challenge designs and resolve problems to conclusion
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £350.00 per day
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aylesbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Site Agent/Project manager roles across J Carney Construction's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £44 - £44 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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