Agent

  • Carmichael UK
  • Capel-le-ferne, Kent
  • Mar 31, 2026
Contractor Engineering

Job Description

Agent Flood Defence Scheme (Pre-Construction, Methodology & Temporary Works) Based in Farringdon (Central London) The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Agent to join our team delivering a major Flood Defence Scheme, based out of Farringdon. This is a key role focused on pre-construction planning, construction methodology development, and temporary works coordination for a technically complex infrastructure project.

You will play a critical role in shaping delivery strategy, managing risk, and ensuring buildability from concept through to construction.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction

  • Lead planning and coordination during pre-construction phases

  • Develop detailed construction programmes and phasing strategies

  • Identify key risks and mitigation measures

  • Support cost planning, procurement strategies, and value engineering

Methodology

  • Produce and review detailed construction methodologies

  • Ensure methods are safe, efficient, and aligned with programme objectives

  • Interface with designers to drive buildability solutions

  • Coordinate environmental and stakeholder constraints specific to flood defence works

Temporary Works

  • Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or oversee TWC function

  • Manage design briefs and approvals in line with BS 5975

  • Ensure robust implementation and compliance

  • Monitor temporary works on site during early construction phases

About You
  • Proven experience as an Agent / Senior Sub Agent on civil engineering or infrastructure schemes

  • Strong background in flood defence, marine, or heavy civils projects

  • Solid understanding of pre-construction processes

  • Experience developing complex methodologies in constrained urban environments

  • Temporary Works experience (TWC preferred)

  • Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills