Sub Agent

Fusion People; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion People is seeking a Sub Agent for a short-term contract to lead a section of works and manage a team of engineers on a live site in the UK. You will champion health, safety and environmental standards while driving productivity and quality.

The role entails creating detailed stage programmes, tracking KPIs, and assisting with subcontractor procurement and management, with strong emphasis on HSE and site leadership.

Qualifications

• Current driving licence, CSCS Card, and SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.
• Strong background in construction processes with solid understanding of H&S legislation, commercial awareness and proven team leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; flexibility for unsociable hours or nights; solution-oriented approach.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., ICE, IHT) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section of works and manage a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers.
• Drive HSE standards, lead incident investigations, review method statements and risk assessments.
• Produce resourced stage programmes, track KPIs, monitor weekly costs against budget, assist with subcontractor procurement and management.
• Take ownership of handover documentation and quality compliance processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS

Driving licence

Job description

Looking for a new career challenge? We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sub Agent for an upcoming contract running from October 5, 2026, to December 18, 2026.

In this role, you will lead and control a section of the works, managing a team of Section Engineers and Site Engineers within the same discipline. You will drive operational excellence while championing health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment: Lead incident investigations, review method statements and risk assessments, carry out audits, and manage permits including Confined Space and Hot Works.

Engineering Control & Quality: Guide and coach team members in technical requirements, setting out, and the resolution of construction issues. Take ownership of handover documentation and quality compliance processes.

Productivity & Commercial: Produce fully resourced stage programmes, track KPIs, monitor weekly costs against the budget, and assist with subcontractor procurement and management.

Requirements & Qualifications

Rate: £40 an hour (PAYE Only)

Core Qualifications: Current driving license, CSCS Card, and SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.

Experience: Strong background in construction processes (such as Earthworks/Drainage, Pavement, Comms, Structures, or Roadworks) with a solid understanding of H&S legislation, commercial awareness, and proven team leadership skills.

Personal Qualities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong work ethic with flexibility for unsociable hours or nights, and a solution-oriented approach. Professional accreditation (e.g., ICE, IHT) is desirable.

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