Site Agent

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is looking for a Site Agent to oversee projects in Aberdeen City. The role involves managing site operations, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and providing leadership on civil projects. Ideal candidates must have relevant experience, especially in micro tunnelling and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Civils Projects with micro tunnelling and pipe jacking.
• Proven track record in leading civil engineering projects.
• Valid CSCS card required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and oversee site activities per contract.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate site surveys and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Scotland
Hours: 12 hours
Salary: Competitive (DOE)

As the Site Agent, you will be responsible for:

• Managing and overseeing daily operations on the site as per the contract drawings and ensuring regular checks are carried out
• Reviewing plans, drawings, and quantities for accuracy
• Ensuring that quality control requirements are met and recorded in accordance with the Client specification
• Providing leadership and addressing any technical challenges that arise on site
• Coordinating and conducting pre-start site surveys
• Guaranteeing a timely handover of works and quality records without outstanding defects, in close collaboration with the Project Manager and installation teams
• Maintaining and enforcing a high standard of Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance on site
• Performing site calibration checks
• Leading in resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise on site

To be successful in this position you must:

• Have previous experience managing Civils Projects ideally experience in micro tunnelling and pipe jacking
• Have a proven track record of overseeing and leading civil engineering projects
• Possess a deep understanding of construction methods, Health & Safety, and legal regulations
• Hold a valid CSCS card
• Be flexible with the ability to travel nationwide
• Exhibit excellent communication skills with the capability to liaise effectively with the site-based team and Clients
• Have the skill to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Demonstrate proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Company Background

The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineeringbusiness that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.
LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed
We area disability confident employer and we'recommitted to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at [e-mail].