Site Agent - Civil Engineering
Major Infrastructure Projects
Up to £65,000 plus benefits
Scotland (regular travel)
 
We are working with a leading civil engineering contractor looking to appoint a Site Agent to join their expanding team on major infrastructure schemes across Scotland.
This is an ideal role for an experienced Senior Engineer or Sub Agent who's ready to step up and take a lead on site delivery, technical coordination, and driving standards in health & safety, quality, and programme performance.
You'll report into senior project leadership and play a key role in the day-to-day operations across a portfolio of projects in heavy civils. This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, site-based environment and wants to grow.
 
Key Responsibilities
·Support the Project and Contract Managers in overseeing daily site activities
·Act as the on-site technical lead, resolving engineering and design queries
·Collaborate with the Works Manager to coordinate plant, labour and materials
·Prepare and manage site documentation, including RAMS, ITPs, and progress records
·Carry out site surveys and ensure accurate setting out and measurement
·Monitor programme and budget performance, raising any risks or delays early
·Ensure full compliance with HSE and environmental standards
 
 
 
What We're Looking For
·HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
·Proven background in a Site Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Sub Agent role
·Strong understanding of civil engineering methodologies and project delivery
·HSEQ focused, with a working knowledge of UK safety legislation
·Commercially aware with experience monitoring subcontractor and cost performance
·Confident communicator and site leader
·Competent with Microsoft Office and digital site tools (e.g. tablets, CDEs)
·Full UK driving licence
·Flexibility to travel and stay away as needed
 
 
 
What's on Offer
·Performance annual bonus
·Company vehicle or car allowance
·Lodge allowance
·Enhanced pension contributions
·25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
·Ongoing training and professional development support
 
 
This is an exciting opportunity to join a business delivering some of the UK's most vital civil engineering projects. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact across large-scale infrastructure schemes, we want to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential chat.
02393876023
 
 
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways Project Delivery professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Toula Raftopoulou at Carrington West on 02393876023 for more information.
 
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