Senior Site Engineer

Manpower, Inc.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in the UK is seeking a Senior Site Engineer / Sub Agent to support delivery of civil engineering projects across Scotland. The role covers day-to-day site management, safety, quality and programme delivery, with responsibilities for supervising teams and coordinating works.

The successful candidate will liaise with clients and stakeholders, contribute to cost reporting and take ownership of significant work packages or entire sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have civil engineering project experience and site management exposure.
• SMSTS, CSCS, TWC and First Aid at Work are required certifications.
• Ability to coordinate temporary works and ensure site safety.
• Strong communication with clients, subcontractors and teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating site activities on civil engineering projects.
• Supporting the planning and delivery of works programmes.
• Supervising subcontractors and site teams.
• Ensuring health, safety and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintaining quality standards and project documentation.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and project stakeholders.
• Assisting with cost control and project reporting.
• Taking responsibility for sections of work and leading entire sites when appropriate.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Site management

Communication skills

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Card

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

First Aid at Work

Job description

Glasgow areas - Travel to different sites

An established and growing civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Senior Site Engineer / Sub Agent to support the delivery of projects across Scotland.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Engineer ready to take the next step in their career, or an existing Sub Agent looking to join a business with a strong pipeline of work across multiple sectors.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the day‑to‑day management of site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

The Role

• Managing and coordinating site activities on civil engineering projects
• Supporting the planning and delivery of works programmes
• Supervising subcontractors and site teams
• Ensuring health, safety and environmental compliance at all times
• Maintaining quality standards and project documentation
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and project stakeholders
• Assisting with cost control and project reporting
• Taking responsibility for sections of work and, where appropriate, leading the delivery of entire sites

About You

• Previous experience within civil engineering projects
• Capable of running a site or taking ownership of significant work packages
• Background in general civils including drainage, concreting and landscaping
• Experience working within sectors such as utilities, power, nuclear or petrochemical environments would be advantageous
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Able to work effectively with clients, subcontractors and operational teams

Essential Qualifications

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
• First Aid at Work

Package

• Annual bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities