Sub Agent at Volkerwessels Uk in Plymouth, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

sub‑contractor management

rams review

progress reporting

site safety

risk assessment

as‑built docs

Implement the company’s procedures for managing and dealing with sub-contractors
Ensure TWC and TWS are in place.
Responsible for management of supply chain during construction - supported by Site Agent/PM and commercial team:
Ensure that all temporary works are complied with.
Ensure that all excavation works are recorded by the site supervision.
Production / review / monitoring of RAMS / ITP's to ensure compliance with business standards, policies and procedures.
Delivering the works safely, with overall responsibility for management of the site:
Design Kick-Off Meetings (where there is supplier design)
Ensure activity and/or substance-specific assessments under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations are made and communicated to those at risk.
Provide an overall Site Management Plan (SMP) and Environmental Control Plan (ECP) for each site, making an adequate assessment of the risks involved, and ensuring that safe systems of work and method statements are produced, followed and reviewed.
Progress Review/Co-Ordination Meetings
Accountable for production & issue of Weekly Progress Programmes and Reports.
Ensure the Service Co-Ordinator is in place.
Identification of change / risk / opportunity and feedback to Agent or PM for resolution.
Accountable for provision of accurate as-built documentation.
Ensure that all lifting operations are managed by the appointed AP and Lift Supervisor are in place
Support subcontract management processes – Notice to Commence, programme review & acceptance, EWN’s, CE’s, Contractor’s Instructions
Ensure the Engineering team understand the Contract type, Works Information and Specification.

Requirements

chartered

first aid

civil engineering

statutory

sheq

6+ years

Working Towards Chartered Professional Certification
First Aid
Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering
Be familiar with and observe all relevant statutory provisions applicable to construction and related industries.
SHEQ performance of the site.
At least 6+ Years’ Experience working on civil engineering project

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance programme
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
24/7 Virtual GP service
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Option to buy additional annual leave
Life Assurance
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Private medical care
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
Pre-start Meetings
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

requires security clearance (must be a uk national)
mandatory drugs & alcohol screening

Company

Overview

€5 billion parent

European backing

Backed by the €5 billion European parent company, providing substantial financial support for ambitious infrastructure projects.

£700M turnover

Annual revenue

Achieves a £700 million annual turnover, reflecting its significant role in the UK infrastructure sector.

Operates through five units—VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerRail, VolkerStevin, VolkerHighways and VolkerLaser—each with deep specialist roots.
Frontline in complex infrastructure: building airports, rail networks, highways, marine works and major civil projects.
Typical projects range from rail signalling upgrades and highway bridges to port development and flood protection schemes.
Known for weaving niche skills—like slipform paving, steel foundations, waterproofing and land reclamation—into integrated delivery.
Headquartered in Hoddesdon, its teams juggle ~250 active sites countrywide, forging engineering solutions at scale.
A standout: VolkerLaser delivers specialist structural repair and waterproofing, a rare niche in UK infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Integrity: We are open and honest; our business is ethically and morally strong and each of us is accountable.
Passion: We are committed in heart and mind and enjoy what we do.
Innovation: We strive to be ahead of the game by continually improving the way we do things for ourselves and our clients.
Collaboration: We collaborate in all aspects of our business, we work as a team to take advantage of our collective genius so that we succeed together.
Winning: We never settle for second best; we always deliver high quality work and we strive to exceed expectation.

Environment + Sustainability

2035 Net Zero

Emissions Target

Targeting Net Zero for Scope 1, 2, and controllable Scope 3 emissions by 2035, with full Net Zero across all emissions by 2050.

84% Electric Fleet

Sustainable Transportation

84% of the company car fleet is electric or hybrid, reducing carbon footprint significantly.

197 Tonnes Recycled

CO₂ Savings Through Recycling

Recycling 197 tonnes of site wood in 2023, leading to a saving of 99 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.

70% CO₂ Reduction

Emissions Goal

Aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to the 2019 baseline through various initiatives.

Signatory to the Science Based Targets Initiative 'Business Ambition to 1.5°C'.
Aiming for zero-waste construction sites; using circular economy principles to minimise waste.
Committed to 10% year-on-year carbon offsetting from 2025, full offset by 2035.
Operating under externally verified Planet Mark certification.

Inclusion & Diversity

Three key EDI objectives delivered via eight focus groups covering leadership, recruitment, governance, supply‑chain and stakeholder engagement.
Operational engagement tailored to drive inclusive behaviours and awareness.
EDI education and coaching for all levels; EDI Champions as peer support and advocates.
Recruitment & retention focus on attracting diverse talent and ensuring equal opportunities.
Governance via policies, leadership accountability and strategic oversight.
Suppliers engaged to align on EDI values and collaborate on diversity progress.
Stakeholder and community engagement embed EDI within wider People‑Planet‑Purpose framework.

Articles

Careers at VolkerWessels

Projects

Sustainability

Role

Description

sub‑contractor management

rams review

progress reporting

site safety

risk assessment

as‑built docs

Implement the company’s procedures for managing and dealing with sub-contractors
Ensure TWC and TWS are in place.
Responsible for management of supply chain during construction - supported by Site Agent/PM and commercial team:
Ensure that all temporary works are complied with.
Ensure that all excavation works are recorded by the site supervision.
Production / review / monitoring of RAMS / ITP's to ensure compliance with business standards, policies and procedures.
Delivering the works safely, with overall responsibility for management of the site:
Design Kick-Off Meetings (where there is supplier design)
Ensure activity and/or substance-specific assessments under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations are made and communicated to those at risk.
Provide an overall Site Management Plan (SMP) and Environmental Control Plan (ECP) for each site, making an adequate assessment of the risks involved, and ensuring that safe systems of work and method statements are produced, followed and reviewed.
Progress Review/Co-Ordination Meetings
Accountable for production & issue of Weekly Progress Programmes and Reports.
Ensure the Service Co-Ordinator is in place.
Identification of change / risk / opportunity and feedback to Agent or PM for resolution.
Accountable for provision of accurate as-built documentation.
Ensure that all lifting operations are managed by the appointed AP and Lift Supervisor are in place
Support subcontract management processes – Notice to Commence, programme review & acceptance, EWN’s, CE’s, Contractor’s Instructions
Ensure the Engineering team understand the Contract type, Works Information and Specification.

Requirements

chartered

first aid

civil engineering

statutory

sheq

6+ years

Working Towards Chartered Professional Certification
First Aid
Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering
Be familiar with and observe all relevant statutory provisions applicable to construction and related industries.
SHEQ performance of the site.
At least 6+ Years’ Experience working on civil engineering project

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance programme
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
24/7 Virtual GP service
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Option to buy additional annual leave
Life Assurance
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Private medical care
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
Pre-start Meetings
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

requires security clearance (must be a uk national)
mandatory drugs & alcohol screening

Company

Overview

€5 billion parent

European backing

Backed by the €5 billion European parent company, providing substantial financial support for ambitious infrastructure projects.

£700M turnover

Annual revenue

Achieves a £700 million annual turnover, reflecting its significant role in the UK infrastructure sector.

Operates through five units—VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerRail, VolkerStevin, VolkerHighways and VolkerLaser—each with deep specialist roots.
Frontline in complex infrastructure: building airports, rail networks, highways, marine works and major civil projects.
Typical projects range from rail signalling upgrades and highway bridges to port development and flood protection schemes.
Known for weaving niche skills—like slipform paving, steel foundations, waterproofing and land reclamation—into integrated delivery.
Headquartered in Hoddesdon, its teams juggle ~250 active sites countrywide, forging engineering solutions at scale.
A standout: VolkerLaser delivers specialist structural repair and waterproofing, a rare niche in UK infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Integrity: We are open and honest; our business is ethically and morally strong and each of us is accountable.
Passion: We are committed in heart and mind and enjoy what we do.
Innovation: We strive to be ahead of the game by continually improving the way we do things for ourselves and our clients.
Collaboration: We collaborate in all aspects of our business, we work as a team to take advantage of our collective genius so that we succeed together.
Winning: We never settle for second best; we always deliver high quality work and we strive to exceed expectation.

Environment + Sustainability

2035 Net Zero

Emissions Target

Targeting Net Zero for Scope 1, 2, and controllable Scope 3 emissions by 2035, with full Net Zero across all emissions by 2050.

84% Electric Fleet

Sustainable Transportation

84% of the company car fleet is electric or hybrid, reducing carbon footprint significantly.

197 Tonnes Recycled

CO₂ Savings Through Recycling

Recycling 197 tonnes of site wood in 2023, leading to a saving of 99 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.

70% CO₂ Reduction

Emissions Goal

Aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions by 70% by 2030 compared to the 2019 baseline through various initiatives.

Signatory to the Science Based Targets Initiative 'Business Ambition to 1.5°C'.
Aiming for zero-waste construction sites; using circular economy principles to minimise waste.
Committed to 10% year-on-year carbon offsetting from 2025, full offset by 2035.
Operating under externally verified Planet Mark certification.

Inclusion & Diversity

Three key EDI objectives delivered via eight focus groups covering leadership, recruitment, governance, supply‑chain and stakeholder engagement.
Operational engagement tailored to drive inclusive behaviours and awareness.
EDI education and coaching for all levels; EDI Champions as peer support and advocates.
Recruitment & retention focus on attracting diverse talent and ensuring equal opportunities.
Governance via policies, leadership accountability and strategic oversight.
Suppliers engaged to align on EDI values and collaborate on diversity progress.
Stakeholder and community engagement embed EDI within wider People‑Planet‑Purpose framework.

Articles

Careers at VolkerWessels

Projects

Sustainability