Site Agent

Carmichael UK; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Inside IR35 contract

Long-term freelance opportunity

Immediate start available

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking a Site Agent (Freelance) for a major energy infrastructure project in Aberdeen, responsible for delivering civil works safely, on time, and within budget. The role involves leading multiple site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with CDM and HSE standards.

The ideal candidate has proven site agent experience in energy infrastructure, strong leadership and communication skills, and a track record of managing programme and quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent within civil engineering projects.
• Strong background delivering infrastructure, energy, utilities or heavy civil schemes.
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation and CDM requirements.
• Ability to manage programme, quality and commercial performance.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations across multiple work fronts.
• Leading site teams, engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Producing and reviewing RAMS, ITPs and construction documentation.
• Monitoring progress and reporting to the Project Manager.
• Managing subcontractor performance and site coordination.
• Driving quality assurance and compliance with project specifications.
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders and project teams.
• Ensuring adherence to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Supporting project planning, forecasting and resource management.

Skills

Site management

Health & safety

Leadership

Communication

CDM knowledge

Programme control

Subcontractor management

Education

BSc/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Site Agent (Freelance) - Aberdeen - Energy Project - Inside IR35

Are you an experienced Site Agent looking for your next freelance opportunity? We are seeking a Site Agent to join a major energy infrastructure project in Aberdeen, overseeing a range of civil engineering works as part of a high-profile scheme.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of complex construction activities on a significant energy project, working with a well-established contractor in a fast-paced environment.

Project Scope:

• Demolition of current building across the site
• Undertake site/ground investigations and surveys
• Service diversions, utility interface
• Piling works, enabling works, drainage & ducting

The Role

As Site Agent, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of civil engineering works, ensuring programme, quality, commercial and safety objectives are achieved.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing day-to-day site operations across multiple work fronts
• Leading site teams, engineers, supervisors and subcontractors
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget
• Producing and reviewing RAMS, ITPs and construction documentation
• Monitoring progress and reporting to the Project Manager
• Managing subcontractor performance and site coordination
• Driving quality assurance and compliance with project specifications
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders and project teams
• Ensuring adherence to health, safety and environmental standards
• Supporting project planning, forecasting and resource management

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Agent within civil engineering projects
• Strong background delivering infrastructure, energy, utilities or heavy civil engineering schemes
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation and CDM requirements
• Ability to manage programme, quality and commercial performance
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications preferred
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline desirable

What’s on Offer

• Long-term freelance opportunity
• Inside IR35 contract
• Competitive day rate
• Major energy infrastructure project
• Immediate start available