Energy Infrastructure Site Agent – Lead Civil Works (Scotland)

Knights Brown Construction Limited; Scotland; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Knights Brown Construction Limited is seeking a Site Agent to lead civil works on Scotland projects in the energy sector, including wind, energy storage and substations. Reporting to the Project Manager, you’ll manage a team and a package of works, with focus on schedule, cost control and quality.

This role suits a capable Site Agent or an experienced Sub Agent looking to step up, with travel across Scotland and a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration within the project team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Agent or an experienced Sub Agent ready to take on greater responsibility.
• Strong civil engineering site background coordinating teams and work packages.
• Experience with SMSTS and CSCS cards.
• Good planning and organisational skills with flexibility to travel across Scotland.
• Clear, reliable communication and the ability to build effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Plan, resource and manage works against the project programme with short-term lookahead plans.
• Manage labour, plant, materials and subcontractors, monitoring productivity and costs.
• Collaborate with the commercial team on changes and valuations, maintaining site records.
• Lead engineers and workforce, communicating requirements and priorities.
• Drive a strong health and safety culture with appropriate controls before work starts.
• Ensure works meet drawings, specs and inspection plans with quality records.
• Take ownership, solve problems and help the team deliver efficiently.

Skills

SMSTS

CSCS card

Strong communication

Planning and organisation

Health and safety awareness

Leadership

Travel flexibility

Job description

Knights Brown Construction Limited is seeking a Site Agent to lead civil works on Scotland projects in the energy sector, including wind, energy storage and substations. Reporting to the Project Manager, you’ll manage a team and a package of works, with focus on schedule, cost control and quality.

This role suits a capable Site Agent or an experienced Sub Agent looking to step up, with travel across Scotland and a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration within the project team.