Site Agent

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site Agent for a major energy project in Scotland. This role involves leading the early works phase of a substation project, managing various subcontractors and ensuring efficient delivery of initial tasks. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in civil engineering and subcontractor coordination. The position offers an immediate start and will be based in Glasgow before transitioning to Aberdeenshire.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing early works and demonstrable track record in civil engineering projects.
• Familiarity with substation and civils environments is advantageous.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the early works phase of the 400kV substation project.
• Manage a diverse programme including demolition, road upgrades, and utility installations.

Skills

Subcontractor management

Coordination skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Asbestos removal experience

Job description

Contract Scotland are working with a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor to source an experienced Site Agent on a major energy project in Aberdeenshire.

This role will lead the early works phase of the 400kV substation project, managing a diverse programme including demolition, asbestos removal, road upgrades, site establishment and utility installations. Most of the early works will be delivered through subcontractors, so strong subcontractor management and coordination skills are essential.

Key details:

• Immediate start
• Based in Glasgow until January, and then site-based in Aberdeenshire.
• THIS IS A PAYE CONTRACT. Please do not apply if you do not wish to be paid PAYE or PAYE umbrella
• Duration: Minimum 6 months

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineering site manager with prior experience in early works, enabling packages, or substation/civils environments, looking to play a key part in one of Scotland’s landmark energy projects.

Legal Information:

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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.