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Client Representative - Highways

United Kingdom, Chelmsford Contract work · Job Posted March 22, 2026
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Client Representative / Site Representative - Highways Enabling Works. We are currently supporting a major infrastructure and renewable energy project and are looking for an experienced Client / Site Representative to support the delivery of highways enabling works on a large-scale development. This is a fully site-based role in Essex where you will act as the client's representative, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual and quality expectations. You will support the delivery of enabling works required ahead of construction on a major infrastructure project, including road widening and utility diversions to facilitate access to the main site. The role will involve extensive coordination with contractors, local authorities, utility providers and other stakeholders, ensuring the works progress smoothly and issues are resolved efficiently.

Job Responsibility

  • Act as the client's on-site representative overseeing highways enabling works
  • Monitor quality, progress, safety and compliance on site
  • Perform duties aligned with the NEC4 Supervisor role
  • Identify and escalate risks, issues and commercial impacts
  • Coordinate interfaces between contractors and external stakeholders
  • Manage relationships with utilities and local authorities
  • Ensure works comply with planning conditions and project requirements
  • Support the Works Package Manager with delivery of the overall package

Requirements

  • Strong background in civil engineering projects, ideally highways or heavy civils
  • Experience working on NEC contracts (NEC4 desirable)
  • Experience overseeing site delivery and contractor performance
  • Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable working in a fully site-based role
  • Full UK driving licence

Nice to have

  • Experience in utilities, energy or infrastructure projects
  • Knowledge of utility diversions or enabling works
  • SMSTS certification

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