Agent at Costain Group Plc in Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

contract management

resource planning

inspection plans

site diary

scheduling

budgeting

Be fully conversant with supply chain contract conditions and responsibilities, manage their works and account measurement with the commercial team
Regularly review with the Senior Agent the performance, training and development needs of your direct reports
Reconciliation of planned versus actual resources for compilation of weekly reports and the control and ordering of resources
Complete inspection and test plans, risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works ensuring that all necessary documentation are produced in a timely manner
Ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained
Ensure all delivery tickets are cost coded and passed to accounts dept for processing
Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, subcontractors’ attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer project team
Manage supervise and mentor site and assistant engineers to ensure high levels of engineering control and appropriate records
Develop programmes and forecast budgets with the Senior Agent, derive simple indices to assess actual programme and productivity achieved and prepare reports for weekly and monthly reviews
Requisitioning resources in a timely manner to ensure that they are correctly specified and readily available so as not to impede the construction programme

Requirements

construction techniques

ms office

civil engineering

cscs card

safety

contract law

Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).
Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering
Understanding of Engineering Principle
Vocational training in Engineering
Relevant CSCS Card
Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management
Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

Culture + Values

Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better

Environment + Sustainability

Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce

Articles

Careers at Costain

Sustainability

Our Projects

Role

Description

contract management

resource planning

inspection plans

site diary

scheduling

budgeting

Be fully conversant with supply chain contract conditions and responsibilities, manage their works and account measurement with the commercial team
Regularly review with the Senior Agent the performance, training and development needs of your direct reports
Reconciliation of planned versus actual resources for compilation of weekly reports and the control and ordering of resources
Complete inspection and test plans, risk assessments and method statements for the control of the works ensuring that all necessary documentation are produced in a timely manner
Ensure that comprehensive records of resources employed on additional works are maintained
Ensure all delivery tickets are cost coded and passed to accounts dept for processing
Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, subcontractors’ attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer project team
Manage supervise and mentor site and assistant engineers to ensure high levels of engineering control and appropriate records
Develop programmes and forecast budgets with the Senior Agent, derive simple indices to assess actual programme and productivity achieved and prepare reports for weekly and monthly reviews
Requisitioning resources in a timely manner to ensure that they are correctly specified and readily available so as not to impede the construction programme

Requirements

construction techniques

ms office

civil engineering

cscs card

safety

contract law

Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices.
Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system).
Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering
Understanding of Engineering Principle
Vocational training in Engineering
Relevant CSCS Card
Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management
Knowledge and understanding of construction contract law and forms of contract through experience and formal training.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

Culture + Values

Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better

Environment + Sustainability

Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce

Articles

Careers at Costain

Sustainability

Our Projects

Agent

Costain Group Plc

Agent

Costain Group Plc

Description

contract management

resource planning

inspection plans

site diary

scheduling

budgeting

Requirements

construction techniques

ms office

civil engineering

cscs card

safety

contract law

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

contract management

resource planning

inspection plans

site diary

scheduling

budgeting

Requirements

construction techniques

ms office

civil engineering

cscs card

safety

contract law

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Founded 1865

Year Established

Established in 1865, the company has over 150 years of experience in engineering and construction.

5% reduced incidents

Safety improvement

Achieved a 5% reduction in workplace incidents over the past three years through comprehensive safety training and equipment upgrades.

95% satisfaction rate

Customer loyalty

Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

50% engagement increase

Employee wellness

Increased employee engagement by 50% through initiatives focused on mental and physical wellbeing.

38% Scope 1 Emissions

Carbon Reduction Target

Achieved a significant reduction in operational emissions compared to baseline.

80% HVO Fuel Mix

Sustainable Fuel Adoption

Increased the proportion of hydrotreated vegetable oil in the fuel mix.

10% Emission Intensity

Carbon Efficiency Improvement

Reduced emission intensity per revenue unit compared to baseline.

75% Participation

Best Companies Accreditation 2024

Achieved 'A Very Good Company to Work for' Best Companies one-star accreditation with 75% employee participation.

26 Weeks Leave

Enhanced Parental Leave Policy

Improved maternity and adoption leave to 26 weeks full pay, paternity leave to 8 weeks full pay, and introduced 5 days paid carers' leave.

46/50 Score