Site Agent

About the role

The Site Agent will lead the delivery of construction projects in Dublin, overseeing a multidisciplinary site team that includes construction managers, engineers, foremen and subcontractors. You will be responsible for ensuring safe, on‑time and on‑budget execution while maintaining high quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage multiple urban and rural construction projects from start‑up to completion.
• Supervise site staff, operatives and subcontractors, providing guidance and direction.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers and surveyors, attending regular progress meetings.
• Determine and allocate resources – manpower, plant, equipment and materials – within budget constraints.
• Negotiate contracts and purchase orders with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor and interpret contract documents, ensuring compliance with HSQE management systems.
• Develop and maintain construction budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Prepare client progress reports, financial updates and risk assessments for the Regional Director.
• Obtain necessary permits, licenses and certifications, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Measure and value completed works in collaboration with the quantity surveyor.

Required profile

• Degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Member of the relevant professional institution, chartered status (or working towards it).
• 5‑8 years of experience as a senior or site engineer on civil construction projects.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary site teams and manage client relationships.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, programme management and HSQE standards.

Required skills

• Construction budgeting and cost control.
• Project scheduling and resource planning.
• HSQE management and compliance.