Site Agent

RTL Group Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Agent for a Civils Infrastructure project based in Edinburgh. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and site teams to deliver works on time and to quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, planning, and RAMS compliance, with SMSTS and CSCS certifications expected. Permanent/freelance options are available, with a focus on health, safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent / Senior Site Supervisor within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, temporary works and site management.
• Experience on large-scale civils, utilities, highways, rail or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing site operations and coordinating subcontractors and site teams.
• Planning and sequencing works to meet programme requirements.
• Ensuring RAMS and project specifications are followed.
• Maintaining health, safety, quality and environmental compliance on site.
• Liaising with Project Manager, engineers and commercial team.
• Monitoring progress and reporting against programme.
• Managing site records, inspections and quality documentation.
• Identifying and resolving construction issues as they arise.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

RAMS compliance

Site management

Problem-solving

Education

SMSTS

Site Safety Certificate

CSCS

Job description

Site Agent - Civils Infrastructure Project

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: Competitive + package

Permanent / Freelance options available

We are currently looking for an experienced Site Agent to join the delivery team on a major civils infrastructure project in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional with a strong background in civil engineering and infrastructure projects, looking to take responsibility for the successful delivery of site activities.

The Role

As Site Agent, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of works on site, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently, to programme and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing site operations and coordinating subcontractors and site teams.


• Planning and sequencing works to meet programme requirements.


• Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with RAMS and project specifications.


• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.


• Working closely with the Project Manager, engineers and commercial team.


• Monitoring progress and reporting against programme.


• Managing site records, inspections and quality documentation.


• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.


• Identifying and resolving construction issues as they arise.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Proven experience as a Site Agent / Senior Site Supervisor within civil engineering or infrastructure.


• A strong understanding of construction processes, temporary works and site management.


• Experience working on large-scale civils, utilities, highways, rail or infrastructure projects.


• Strong leadership and communication skills.


• A proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.


• Relevant industry qualifications, with SMSTS and a suitable site safety qualification expected.


• CSCS or equivalent industry certification.

The Opportunity

You will be joining an established project team working on a significant infrastructure scheme in North London, with the opportunity to take genuine responsibility for site delivery and develop your career within a growing organisation.