Offshore Agent

Offshore Agent Location: Suffolk Reporting To: Package Manager The Role Looking for an experienced Offshore Agent (or Senior Section Engineer ready to step up) to lead and control critical marine and offshore construction packages on a major infrastructure project. You will work directly alongside the Package Manager to drive technical execution, manage a dedicated team of Section/Site Engineers and Offshore Client Representatives, control package budgets, and oversee Tier-1 supply chain partners in a high-stakes offshore environment. Key Responsibilities Package Leadership: Take full operational, technical, and commercial control of assigned marine work packages from preparation through to handover. Team & Subcontractor Management: Direct, coach, and assess competencies for Section Engineers, Site Engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring clear cascading of key project goals. HSE & Quality Control: Drive Zero Harm standards, review and approve RAMS, lead incident investigations, conduct vessel audits, and take complete ownership of Handover Completion Files (ITPs, NCRs). Commercial & Budget Ownership: Monitor section budgets, track weekly costs, identify works information changes to support commercial recovery, and assist with Applications for Payment (AfP). Planning & Productivity: Produce fully resourced stage programmes, convert project schedules into 3-week look-aheads, and track visual KPIs to maintain shift productivity. Interface Management: Coordinate daily between internal engineering, commercial, and safety teams, serving as a primary point of contact for external client representatives and stakeholders. Requirements Essential Experience: Proven track record in an Agent, Sub-Agent, or Senior Section Engineer role within offshore, marine, or coastal infrastructure projects. Certifications: Valid CSCS card, SSSTS or SMSTS qualification, STCW-95 (or recognised equivalent marine safety certification