Site Agent

Search Consultancy LTD; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well‑established engineering firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Site Agent to manage operations on technically challenging civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will coordinate subcontractors and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while maintaining project timelines. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression within a stable organization focused on quality and safety.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent or in a similar role within civil engineering or structural works.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and site procedures.
• Ability to lead and motivate site teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure works are delivered safely and on time.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour on site.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Site management

Health & safety knowledge

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

We are working with a well‑established and highly regarded engineering and infrastructure contractor to assist them in hiring a Site Agent for their growing team in Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Agent to play a key role in the delivery of technically challenging projects across civil engineering and structural works, within a business known for quality, safety, and long‑term investment in its people.

Responsibilities

• Managing day‑to‑day site operations to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification
• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour on site
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Planning and programming works in line with project requirements
• Liaising with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate site records, reports, and documentation

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Site Agent or in a similar role within civil engineering or structural works
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and site procedures
• Ability to lead and motivate site teams effectively
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, problem‑solving approach to site management

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile and technically interesting projects across Scotland
• Long‑term career progression within a stable and growing organisation

If you would like more information or to apply, please feel free to contact Jamie Nicholson using the details provided, or alternatively please click the "apply now" link in confidence.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.