Site Agent
| Company: | J Browne Construction |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,000 to £60,000 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, UK, E5 9RJ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 12 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Join Browne and help deliver essential water infrastructure projects across London.
At Browne, we're committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure that makes a real difference to the communities we serve. We're looking for an experienced Site Agent to lead the successful delivery of water mains replacement schemes across London, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
The Role
As a Site Agent, you'll take ownership of day-to-day site operations, coordinating site teams, subcontractors, materials and plant to keep projects moving and deliver against programme. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance, while building strong relationships with clients, local authorities and internal stakeholders. Alongside overseeing project progress and reporting, you'll play a key role in identifying risks, resolving site challenges, managing costs and driving continuous improvement across our operations.
Who are Browne?
At Browne, we are engineering with purpose. We deliver specialist engineering, construction and maintenance services across the UK water, wastewater and civil engineering sectors. From major infrastructure upgrades and MEICA projects to long-term asset maintenance, our work helps deliver safe, sustainable and reliable services for communities across the UK. As part of Renew Holdings plc, we offer rewarding career opportunities for people who want to make a real impact in a growing and essential industry.
What We're Looking For
- Experience managing utilities, water, or civil engineering projects on site.
- Previous experience leading site teams and subcontractors to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
- Strong understanding of health & safety, quality standards and project delivery within an operational environment.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Competent using Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Water Hygiene, NRSWA Unit 10 (or equivalent), First Aid and Cable Avoidance/Safe Digging qualifications.
- Temporary Works Supervisor, Slinger/Signaller or Traffic Marshall qualifications would be advantageous.
Why Browne?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business delivering vital infrastructure projects across the UK. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation and safety, with the opportunity to make a genuine impact while developing your career in a supportive environment.
If you're an experienced Site Agent looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you
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