Site Agent/Senior Agent

AndersElite; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Scotland is seeking a highly skilled Site Agent to manage engineering projects for a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will oversee civil engineering and electrical projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. A degree in Civil Engineering is required, along with significant experience in site management roles, particularly in energy-related projects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a substation environment with safety rules competencies.
• Ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications accurately.
• Experience at the Site Agent level in civil engineering contracting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily delivery of engineering projects ensuring they are executed on time and within budget.
• Liaise with site staff to keep tender allowances within limits.
• Provide formal reports on contract progress to the Contracts Manager.

Skills

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

Appointed Persons

IOSH

Service Detection

Valid SMSTS certification

Proficient record‑keeping skills

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Site Agent with a robust background in managing projects for Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN). This role is situated in a busy and fast‑paced project and maintenance environment where you will oversee a variety of multi‑disciplinary civil engineering/electrical projects.

Team

The wider regional team is also responsible for delivering infrastructure projects and maintenance works for a diverse portfolio of clients including Local Authorities, Network Rail, and Environmental Agencies.

Responsibilities

As the Site Agent, you will be responsible for the daily management and successful delivery of engineering projects on behalf of Scottish Power & Energy Networks, ensuring that they are executed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards.

Ensure that the contract is executed in accordance with:

• All applicable legislation
• Terms and Conditions of the Contract
• Contract Health and Safety Plan
• Work Package Plans and Task Briefing Sheets
• Contract Quality / Environmental Plan

Manage projects to ensure they are delivered within programme and budget constraints.

Liaise with site staff and the managing surveyor to keep tender allowances within limits.

Continuously monitor contract progress to ensure objectives are met.

Identify and effectively manage changes to the contract in coordination with the site team.

Provide formal reports on contract progress to the Contracts Manager.

Qualifications

Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering

Experience

• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
• Appointed Persons
• IOSH
• Service Detection
• SPEN/SSE/DRAX Comp persons preferable
• Previous experience working in a substation environment and will carry the necessary competencies in line with safety rules 5th edition
• Ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications accurately
• Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification
• Proficient record‑keeping skills for progress and quality control
• Experience at the Site Agent level in civil engineering contracting, particularly in energy and power‑related infrastructure projects and maintenance