Site Agent (Civil Engineering Works: Engineers)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical role that manages the progress, quality, safety, schedule, and costs of civil engineering construction sites and collaborates with stakeholders to execute projects.
Description
The site agent is stationed full-time at civil engineering construction sites, responsible for overall progress management, quality control, safety management, and cost control. Duties include formulating construction plans, arranging materials and workers, confirming daily schedules and budget performance, coordinating with stakeholders, conducting safety and health patrols, and preparing reports. They inspect whether construction is carried out appropriately based on design drawings and specifications, and when issues arise, they consider and implement improvement measures.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the renewal of aging social infrastructure and an increase in disaster prevention works, and the market value of engineers who can handle ICT construction methods and BIM/CIM implementation will rise.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Calm and Composed / Good Team Player / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Direct to/from Site / Long Hours / Site Stationed / Team Work
Career Path
Site Agent Assistant → Second-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Technician → First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Technician → Construction Department Head → Project Manager → Executive Officer
Required Skills
Building Regulations / CAD / Cost Management / Document Creation / PC Basic Operations / Quality Management / Safety Management / Schedule Management / Surveying
Recommended Skills
BIM・CIM / Communication Skills (English) / Drone Surveying / GIS / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond flexibly to changes in weather or site conditions. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To accurately analyze and judge site issues and take appropriate measures. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small work errors can have a significant impact on subsequent processes. |
| Communication Skills | To smoothly collaborate with craftsmen, clients, and designers and convey instructions. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To proactively lead and drive the site. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to walk around and supervise the site for long hours. |
| Planning & Organization | To efficiently advance schedule planning and material arrangements. |
| Problem Solving | To respond quickly to sudden troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because high stress is applied due to schedule delays and trouble responses. |
Related Qualifications
- Assistant Surveyor
- First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Technician
- Safety and Health Supervisor
- Second-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Technician
Aliases
- Construction Manager
- Construction Site Agent
- Site Supervisor
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