Site Agent

Overview

John Sisk & Son Ltd is an international construction and engineering family-owned company delivering impactful building and infrastructure projects across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. As a Site Agent, you will join a seasoned team responsible for the comprehensive delivery of a site, managing all operations with adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency.
This pivotal role involves supervising activities related to reinforced concrete framing, curtain wall facade installations, and high-end internal finishes, ensuring the project progresses on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the creation of initial project schedules and monitor weekly objectives.
• Oversee site preparation ensuring all necessary facilities and systems are established before construction begins.
• Maintain effective coordination with subcontractors working on-site.
• Uphold standards related to health, safety, environmental, quality, and sustainability protocols consistently.
• Implement and monitor quality control processes.
• Ensure the temporary works register is accurately maintained and current.
• Identify and communicate any risks or issues that might impact delivery such as material availability, resource allocation, scheduling, safety concerns, or costs.
• Drive the project timeline, coordinating and prioritizing site activities.
• Supervise the site team, including foremen and staff, and lead daily progress meetings using whiteboards.
• Ensure incident protocols are followed appropriately by all employees on site.
• Manage all stages of project delivery from initial mobilisation through to final completion.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to communicate site needs and seek balanced, cost-effective solutions.
• Delegate tasks effectively within the site workforce.
• Maintain comprehensive and contemporaneous site documentation and records.
• Ensure execution aligns with the project plan, meeting schedule and budget.
• Manage a controlled registration system for all individuals entering and leaving the construction site.

Experience Required

• Over 10 years of experience managing construction projects across diverse sectors.
• Proven success in building consensus and maintaining positive working relationships among diverse teams.
• Familiarity with industrial relations practices and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and oversee medium to large-scale projects effectively.
• Strong leadership and people management skills to supervise subcontractors and staff.
• Excellent communication skills for clear and influential interaction with colleagues and clients.
• In-depth knowledge of construction trades, relevant codes of practice, and specific site requirements.
• Sound decision-making capabilities, with a focus on prioritizing project interests.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure and set a positive example.
• Experience managing conflicting priorities and challenging stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Trade or technical educational background.
• Health and safety management training such as IOSH or equivalent.
• Training in temporary works and excavation safety.
• Permitting qualifications for live energy works.
• Certified training in working at heights and scaffolding.
• Competence in lifting and cranage operations.
• Additional HSEQS training in line with the site health and safety plan.
• Familiarity with modern construction technologies and building information modeling (BIM) strategy.

Desirable

• Completion of relevant project management courses or qualifications.
• Graduation from the company’s internal management program.
• Degree in engineering, construction management, or related fields.

Additional Information

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 26 days of paid annual leave.
• Participation in company pension schemes.
• Extensive health, wellbeing, and lifestyle support programs.
• Opportunities for professional advancement and career growth.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards program including various perks.

Recruitment and Equality Commitment

All hiring is conducted internally by the company recruitment team. Unwanted approaches from external agencies are not entertained. The organization is an equal opportunity employer welcoming diverse applicants from all backgrounds, with accommodations provided during the recruitment process to ensure accessibility for all candidates. Confidence is encouraged even if all requirements are not fully met.

Compliance

The recruitment and selection process strictly follows applicable equality and transparency laws and regulations, ensuring fairness and equal opportunity for every applicant.