Site Agent

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Inverness; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Annual bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Car scheme

Share-save scheme

Discounts (cycle to work, gym)

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is recruiting a Site Agent to join the North of Scotland energy-focused framework. You will lead site operations, manage delivery teams, and drive safety and efficiency on major electrical infrastructure projects.

A strong background in civil engineering, earthworks and utility construction is essential. Role involves coordinating temporary works, reporting progress, and mentoring site personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Site Agent, Sub-Agent, or similar leadership role.
• Strong experience delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing site teams, subcontractors, and resources.
• Knowledge of earthworks, drainage, concrete works and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site operations to deliver projects safely, on time and on budget.
• Oversee site setup and coordinate construction works across the lifecycle.
• Supervise site teams, subcontractors, plant, materials and resources.
• Support surveys, ground investigations and design inputs on site.
• Contribute to construction methodologies, programmes and delivery strategies.
• Build strong client relationships and provide regular progress updates.
• Monitor costs and programme, ensuring accurate reporting and records.
• Prepare project documentation and progress reports.
• Coordinate temporary works and assess associated requirements.
• Forecast costs and resources to enable successful delivery.
• Mentor site personnel and lead through effective leadership.
• Ensure high quality standards and defect-free handover.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering and commercial teams.

Skills

Site leadership

Civil engineering delivery

Earthworks & drainage

Cost forecasting

Health & Safety on site

Temporary works management

Client liaison

Team development

Cable duct installation knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

HND/Degree in Civil Engineering

ICE membership desirable

Tools

None specified

Job description

Inverness, Scotland, UK

Talented people are the key to our success.

Would you like to work for an inclusive and collaborative company that is one of the UK's leading infrastructure organisations?

We are looking for an experienced and driven Site Agent to join our team supporting the delivery of major electrical infrastructure projects across the North of Scotland. Working on a significant long-term framework, you will play a key role in managing site operations, leading project delivery teams, and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and experienced team delivering large-scale infrastructure schemes, while benefiting from strong career development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to make a real impact on nationally important projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site operations to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Oversee site setup activities and coordinate construction works throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage and supervise site teams, subcontractors, and project resources.
• Support the delivery of surveys, ground investigations, constructability assessments, and site inputs into design development.
• Contribute to construction methodologies, project programmes, and delivery strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a key point of contact for meetings, reviews, and reporting.
• Monitor project performance, progress, costs, and programme delivery, ensuring accurate reporting and record keeping.
• Prepare project documentation, presentations, and progress reports.
• Manage and coordinate temporary works activities and associated requirements.
• Forecast project costs and resource requirements to support successful project delivery.
• Support the development and mentoring of site personnel through effective leadership and line management.
• Ensure works are completed to the required quality standards and achieve a defect-free handover.
• Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, commercial, and operational teams to deliver successful outcomes.

Skills, Experience And Qualifications

• Experience in a Site Agent, Sub-Agent, or similar construction leadership role.
• Strong experience delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of earthworks, drainage, retaining structures, concrete works, and associated construction activities.
• Experience managing site teams, subcontractors, plant, materials, and project resources.
• Strong understanding of construction planning, programme management, and cost forecasting.
• Experience managing health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements on site.
• Knowledge of temporary works management and construction site operations.
• Experience collaborating directly with clients and presenting project updates and progress reports.
• The ability to lead, motivate, and develop site teams within a collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of cable duct installation and cable laying works.
• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• HND, Degree Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Membership or Associate Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or a relevant professional construction body is desirable.

Desirable

• Experience working on electrical infrastructure or utility projects.
• Knowledge of cable jointing activities and the erection and installation of high-voltage equipment.
• Experience delivering projects within regulated utility or energy environments.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
• We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About The Energy Business Unit

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.

Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment.

Talented people are the key to our success.

Would you like to work for an inclusive and collaborative company that is one of the UK's leading infrastructure organisations?

We are looking for an experienced and driven Site Agent to join our team supporting the delivery of major electrical infrastructure projects across the North of Scotland. Working on a significant long-term framework, you will play a key role in managing site operations, leading project delivery teams, and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and experienced team delivering large-scale infrastructure schemes, while benefiting from strong career development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to make a real impact on nationally important projects.

About The Energy Business Unit

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.

Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.

Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

Site Agent

Inverness, Scotland, UK

Talented people are the key to our success.

Would you like to work for an inclusive and collaborative company that is one of the UK's leading infrastructure organisations?

We are looking for an experienced and driven Site Agent to join our team supporting the delivery of major electrical infrastructure projects across the North of Scotland. Working on a significant long-term framework, you will play a key role in managing site operations, leading project delivery teams, and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and experienced team delivering large-scale infrastructure schemes, while benefiting from strong career development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to make a real impact on nationally important projects.