Site Agent or Senior Site Agent

AmcoGiffen; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company contributory pension

Life insurance

Medicash Health Cash Plan

Referral scheme

Learning & development

Inclusive working environment

Employee forums

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Scotland seeks a Senior Site Agent to oversee a diverse range of rail and civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will ensure projects are delivered safely and on time, while exceeding client expectations. Key qualifications include experience in a similar role, strong leadership abilities, and relevant engineering credentials. This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, encouraging professional growth and ongoing development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Site Agent within rail or civil engineering.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary civil engineering projects in a contracting environment.
• Full UK Driving license required.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary civil engineering projects.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in line with legislation and quality standards.
• Manage programme, budget and commercial performance.
• Build positive relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Monitor progress and performance, identifying and managing change effectively.
• Produce accurate progress reports for the Contracts Manager.
• Maintain robust site records and support change assessments.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors and internal teams.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Site delivery

Full UK Driving licence

Education

Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering

HNC or HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

SMSTS

PTS

Job description

Senior Site Agent / Site Agent

Sector: Civil Engineering ¦ Scottish Civils Framework

Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland

A standout opportunity for an experienced Site Agent or Senior Site Agent to join an established and reputable rail and civil engineering team delivering a diverse portfolio of rail station upgrades, infrastructure renewals and multi‑disciplinary civil engineering projects across Scotland.

This is a role for someone who wants to take ownership, lead delivery, and be part of a business that invests in its people and offers genuine long‑term progression.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Up to 3 volunteer days
• Company contributory pension
• Life insurance
• Medicash Health Cash Plan & Rewards
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Strong internal support structure and clear pathways for career development and progression
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A safe, inclusive and supportive working environment
• Employee forums to ensure your voice is heard

About The Business Unit

You’ll join a fast‑paced, collaborative environment delivering a wide range of civil engineering and rail infrastructure projects for clients including Network Rail, Local Authorities and environmental partners.

Typical works include:

• Rail platforms, station infrastructure and access improvements
• Underbridges, overbridges and footbridges
• Highways, roads and drainage
• Tunnels, earthworks, embankments and stabilisation
• Flood alleviation, repairs and environmental works

The Role

As a Senior Site Agent, you will lead the successful delivery of multiple rail station and civil engineering projects across Scotland. You’ll ensure your teams understand project requirements, manage resources effectively, and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and delivery partners.

Your leadership will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards—while consistently exceeding client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in line with legislation, contract requirements, safety plans and quality/environmental standards.
• Manage programme, budget and commercial performance.
• Work closely with site teams and commercial staff to ensure tender allowances are maintained.
• Monitor progress and performance, identifying and managing change effectively.
• Produce accurate progress reports for the Contracts Manager.
• Maintain robust site records and support change assessments.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors and internal teams.

About You

You’ll bring proven experience as a Site Agent or Senior Site Agent within rail or civil engineering, ideally with exposure to station or rail infrastructure projects.

Essential

• SMSTS
• PTS
• Degree, HNC or HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent technical experience)
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Experience managing multi‑disciplinary civil engineering projects in a contracting environment
• Full UK Driving license

The Company

AmcoGiffen are a reputable and firmly established engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. We are renowned for specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance across the country, delivering exceptional peace of mind for customers on sensitive live assets.

Our portfolio extends to rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and more.

Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen

We value collective expertise and individuality. We are committed to improving diversity & inclusion throughout our organisation, supporting training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar. Our values—Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork—are rooted in this.

AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and customers. Anyone who meets the job requirements is eligible for employment.

Health & Wellbeing

We support safety and wellbeing, with mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme offering 24/7 counselling and advice services.

Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now!

For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team: [e-mail]