Sub Agent

Paxton Personnel Ltd; Dingwall; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Paxton Personnel Ltd is recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join a contractor delivering civil engineering projects in the Scottish Highlands. This permanent, full-time position focuses on managing site operations, coordinating engineers and subcontractors, and ensuring delivery to programme and quality standards.

The role requires strong civil engineering background, familiarity with RAMS, and the ability to liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering or infrastructure projects is essential.
• Strong site management and coordination skills.
• Knowledge of construction programmes, drawings and specs.
• Familiarity with RAMS and site documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Agent/Project Manager with daily delivery of projects.
• Coordinate site teams, engineers and subcontractors to meet programme.

Skills

Site management

Civil engineering

Planning & programming

Health & safety

RAMS documentation

Communication

Education

Civil engineering qualification

Job description

Location: Scottish Highlands
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Sector: Civil Engineering / Construction

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join an established contractor delivering projects across the Scottish Highlands.

This is a permanent opportunity for someone with a strong civil engineering background who is comfortable managing site operations, coordinating engineering activities and supporting the successful delivery of projects from start through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Site Agent/Project Manager with the day-to-day delivery of projects
• Manage and coordinate site teams, engineers and subcontractors
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards
• Assist with planning and programming site activities
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
• Prepare and review RAMS and other site documentation
• Monitor progress and report on project performance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements
• Liaise with clients, designers, subcontractors and other project stakeholders
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues on site
• Support quality assurance and maintain accurate site records

About You

We are looking for someone with previous experience working within civil engineering or infrastructure projects, ideally at Sub Agent level or in a position where you are ready to progress into a Sub Agent role.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous civil engineering/site management experience
• Experience coordinating site teams and subcontractors
• Strong understanding of construction programmes, drawings and specifications
• Good knowledge of health & safety requirements
• Experience with RAMS and site documentation
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Relevant civil engineering or construction qualification
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid qualification would be advantageous
• Full UK driving licence

The Opportunity

This is a permanent position with an established contractor offering ongoing work across the Scottish Highlands.

The role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sub Agent, or someone ready to step up, to take on greater responsibility and continue progressing their career within civil engineering management.