Senior Site Agent - Civil Infra & Earthworks (Contract)

Construction, Property and Engineering; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibly negotiated start dates

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a highly capable Site Agent for a freelance / contract role in Peterhead on a major energy infrastructure and substation project. You will lead multi-disciplinary site teams across heavy earthworks, road works, fencing and drainage, ensuring delivery to NEC contract terms and client expectations.

You will manage budgets, programmes, KPI reporting, risk management, and handover documentation, while maintaining safety and quality across the works.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Site Agent on major civil engineering projects.
• CSCS Black Manager card preferred.
• SMSTS certification.
• NEC contract knowledge and cost forecasting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Professional accreditation (ICE/IHT) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver management, leadership, and daily operational control over a section of the works.
• Manage section budget, forecasts, cost plans, and cost recovery.
• Analyse programmes, set target programmes, and run meetings.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, KPI performance, and NEC commercial attendances.
• Lead incident investigations and communicate changes in legislation.
• Own handover documentation and client sign-offs.

Skills

Site management

NEC contracts

Health & safety

Leadership

Education

ICE/IHT accreditation

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a highly capable Site Agent for a freelance / contract role in Peterhead on a major energy infrastructure and substation project. You will lead multi-disciplinary site teams across heavy earthworks, road works, fencing and drainage, ensuring delivery to NEC contract terms and client expectations.

You will manage budgets, programmes, KPI reporting, risk management, and handover documentation, while maintaining safety and quality across the works.