Site Agent (Scotland)

Jones Bros Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Site Agent, where you will lead civil engineering operations and ensure project success across Scotland. This role offers the chance to manage impactful infrastructure projects while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. With excellent lodge allowances for travel and opportunities for professional development, you will play a crucial role in delivering major projects that make a difference. If you are a confident communicator and team leader with a passion for civil engineering, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent lodge allowance

Discretionary Bonus

Company vehicle or car allowance

Company-contributed pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ongoing professional development and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Site Agent role within civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of NEC or FIDIC Design & Build contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site civil engineering operations from mobilisation to completion.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Site Agent experience

Civil Engineering

Health and Safety Compliance

Project Management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital site management tools

Job description

Are you a Engineer ready to step up into a Site Agent role?

Jones Bros Civil Engineering is seeking a Site Agent to join our growing team in Scotland. Reporting to the Project and Contract Managers, you’ll play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of our infrastructure projects overseeing daily site operations, maintaining compliance, and driving high standards across safety, quality, and performance.

You’ll be expected to travel across Scotland with overnight stays required depending on site location. In return, we offer excellent lodge allowances for working away from home, along with the opportunity to manage impactful schemes and further your career within a growing business.

What You’ll Be Doing

•Lead on-site civil engineering operations from mobilisation to completion.

•Ensure compliance with company procedures on quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.

•Prepare and implement HSEQ documentation, including construction phase plans and RAMS.

•Interpret engineering drawings and ensure accurate and timely delivery of works

•Oversee procurement and performance of suppliers and subcontractors.

•Monitor and report on project progress, costs, and programme performance.

•Provide daily guidance and support to site engineers and operational teams.

•Collaborate with Works Managers and Foremen to ensure smooth, productive site operations.

•Maintain effective client and stakeholder relationships and resolve contractual issues as required.

•Mentor junior engineers and operatives, supporting professional development across the team.

•Ensure timely and complete handover documentation for project completion.

What We’re Looking For

•Degree or HND in Civil Engineering.

•Proven experience in a Site Agent role within civil engineering, preferably with large-scale earthworks or infrastructure projects.

•Strong knowledge of NEC or FIDIC Design & Build contracts.

•Excellent understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation.

•Commercially aware with the ability to monitor budgets, forecasts, and subcontractor performance.

•Confident communicator and team leader with strong problem-solving skills.

•Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with digital site management tools.

•Able to travel and work across Scotland, with overnight stays when required.

•Full UK driving licence.

Why Join Jones Bros?

At Jones Bros, we’re proud to deliver major civil engineering projects that make a difference. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we invest in their growth and wellbeing.

As a Site Agent, you’ll benefit from a supportive environment, exposure to a variety of work, and clear opportunities to develop your career.

Benefits Include:

•Excellent lodge allowance

•Discretionary Bonus (eligibility applies)

•Company vehicle or car allowance

•Company-contributed pension scheme (eligibility applies)

•25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

•Ongoing professional development and training

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