We're looking for a Site Agent / Assistant Project Manager to join our delivery team and play a key role in the successful delivery of this high-priority scheme. Working alongside experienced project leaders, you'll help coordinate the planning, delivery and performance of a complex infrastructure project, gaining exposure to every stage of the project lifecycle.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious construction professional looking to develop their project management career on a landmark project that will leave a lasting legacy for the region.
We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable and efficient transport solutions across the UK.
You'll play a key role in:
- Supporting the safe and effective delivery of projects and work packages.
- Monitoring project performance, programme milestones and key risks.
- Assisting with project reporting, forecasting and commercial processes.
- Driving high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.
- Identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Building strong relationships that reflect the Octavius values of Caring, Integrity, Quality, Openness and Progressive thinking.
We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.
You'll work alongside experienced project leaders on a nationally significant infrastructure programme, benefiting from mentoring, structured development and genuine opportunities for career progression.
You're an organised and proactive construction professional who enjoys bringing people together to deliver successful projects. You're comfortable working with site teams, customers and stakeholders, and can balance competing priorities whilst maintaining attention to detail.
You'll be a strong communicator, take ownership of your work and share our commitment to safety, quality, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Experience working within civil engineering, highways, or infrastructure projects.
- Experience coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders and project teams.
- Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements within a construction environment.
- An understanding of NEC contracts and commercial principles would be advantageous.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and project planning software.
- Degree, HNC/HND, NVQ or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.
- A desire to work towards professional membership such as APM, ICE or a related institution.
At Octavius, we don't just deliver infrastructure projects—we create lasting social value, develop our people and build partnerships that make a positive difference. If you're looking to accelerate your project management career on a flagship highways scheme while working with a collaborative, values-led team, we'd love to hear from you.
