Site Agent

1w1 week ago

John Sisk & Son Ltd

Sligo, IE · Full-time · €65,000 – €90,000

About this role

Vision Built a Sisk Company is a leading offsite construction company delivering high-quality modular and panelised building solutions. Our team combines innovation with practical construction expertise to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. We are recruiting an experienced Site Agent for an exciting project in Cluny, Co. Sligo utilising MMC in a fully onsite role.

The Site Agent is responsible for the operational management of a large-scale or complex construction project under the guidance of the Senior Site Agent. You will lead the on-site team to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality delivery. Provide direct supervision and mentoring to supervisory staff while aligning with project programme, commercial objectives and company standards.

Day-to-day operations involve managing site activities to meet programme targets, coordinating sub-contractors and maintaining site records like Temporary Works Registers and HSEQS logs. Lead site meetings, briefings and promote a zero-incident culture through strict compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures. Escalate risks to Senior Site Agent or Senior Operations Manager for mitigation.

Mentor and develop supervisory staff, supporting professional development and succession planning. Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance safety, productivity, quality and efficiency. Support commercial and project management teams in achieving cost-effective delivery.

Requirements

Extensive experience managing medium to large-scale construction projects
Strong leadership and people management skills, capable of supervising multi-level site teams
Knowledge of industrial relations and subcontractor management
Ability to prioritise, make decisions under pressure and resolve operational challenges on site
Comprehensive understanding of construction methods, trade requirements and codes of practice
Proven experience in programme management and project delivery within budget and schedule
Trade or technical background with substantial site management experience
Temporary works and excavation safety training, working at heights and scaffolding training, lifting and cranage operations training

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the site to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently and to programme
Lead supervisory staff to achieve project objectives
Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures and actively promote a zero-incident culture
Monitor progress against the project programme, ensuring weekly targets and milestones are achieved
Manage sub-contractor relationships and work collaboratively to resolve issues impacting programme, cost, safety or quality
Maintain and review site records including Temporary Works Registers, daily diaries, quality documentation and HSEQS logs
Lead site meetings, briefings and whiteboard sessions to communicate priorities, objectives and safety expectations
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance safety, productivity, quality and efficiency