Site Engineer / Sub Agent

Contract Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Site Engineer or Sub Agent to join their dynamic team. This role involves collaborating closely with the Site Agent to ensure the successful execution of civil engineering projects, particularly in renewables and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, with proven experience in setting out, surveying, and managing site operations. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a supportive employer committed to your career development and long-term progression in the field.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Career development opportunities

Additional company benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Civil Engineering required.
• Experience in civil engineering contracting environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Agent in planning and delivery of civil engineering projects.
• Conduct site surveys and support project strategies.

Skills

Site Engineering

Surveying

Civil Engineering

Project Management

CAD

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

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On behalf of our client, a well-established and highly regarded Civil Engineering Contractor specialising in renewables, infrastructure, and flood protection, we are seeking an experienced Site Engineer or Sub Agent to join their team on a permanent basis. While initial assignments are located in Ayrshire, flexibility to travel across Scotland is essential.

Role Overview

As Site Engineer / Sub Agent, you will assist the Site Agent in the effective planning, coordination, and delivery of civil engineering projects. A solid foundation in civil engineering is essential, with particular experience in renewables, wind farms, roads, and highways considered highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with the Site Agent, your responsibilities will include:

• Setting out and surveying
• Conducting preliminary site surveys and investigations
• Supporting the implementation of project strategies
• Reviewing and verifying drawings, design plans, and quantities
• Assisting in day-to-day management of site works
• Supporting contract re-measurement and valuation
• Assisting in tendering, including site surveys, earthworks calculations, and value engineering
• Ensuring quality control and site health & safety compliance
• Preparing method statements and risk assessments
• Providing general site engineering support as required
  
  

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should possess:

• Minimum HNC in Civil Engineering
• Experience within a civil engineering contracting environment
• Background in roads, highways, renewables, or wind farm projects (preferred)
• Proven experience in setting out and surveying (essential)
• Working knowledge of CAD (desirable)
• Valid CSCS card and 3-Day First Aid qualification (advantageous)
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to work across various sites in Scotland
  
  

What’s on Offer?

• Highly competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance
• Additional company benefits
• An excellent opportunity to join a supportive employer committed to career development and long-term progression
  
  

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please contact Adam Rahma for a confidential conversation, quoting reference J45612.

Legal Information

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Project Management

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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