Civil Site Agent - Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment's client, a reputable civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent to join their team on civil infrastructure projects in Durban and the surrounding areas.

This role is suited to a hands-on construction professional with extensive experience managing large-scale civil works, leading site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day execution of civil construction projects.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors, and materials.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to specification.
• Monitor project progress and prepare site reports.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage quality assurance, contractual compliance, and health and safety requirements.
• Mentor and supervise site personnel to achieve project objectives.

Requirements

• National Diploma, BTech, BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years' experience as a Site Agent or in a similar site management role within the civil construction industry.
• Proven experience on civil infrastructure projects, including roads, bulk earthworks, stormwater, water and sewer reticulation, and related municipal infrastructure.
• Professional registration as one of the following: Pr CM with SACPCMP, or Pr Tech, Pr Techni, or Pr Eng with ECSA.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, construction methodologies, quality management, and health and safety legislation.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between project sites.

Benefits

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: ***email_hidden***

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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