Sub Agent

Search Consultancy LTD; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy LTD is assisting a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor in recruiting a Sub-Agent for their Glasgow team. You will support day-to-day site operations, working with the Site Agent and project team to deliver works safely, on programme and within budget across rail, civil, and infrastructure schemes in Scotland.

The role suits an experienced civil engineering professional seeking greater responsibility, with responsibilities including coordinating

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sub-Agent, Site Engineer or similar site-based role within civil engineering, rail or infrastructure construction.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, site management procedures and project delivery requirements.
• Experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors and resources to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and environmental management procedures.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Agent with planning, coordination and management of daily site activities to deliver works safely and in programme.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, labour, plant and materials to maintain productivity and achieve milestones.
• Monitor construction progress against programme and address delays with corrective actions.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specs, quality standards and health and safety legislation.
• Manage site documentation including daily records, progress reports and QA records.
• Liaise with Site Agents, Site Engineers, Project Managers, clients and subcontractors to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisation

Problem-solving

Job description

We are working with a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to assist them in hiring a Sub-Agent for their growing team in Glasgow.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected business delivering a diverse range of rail, civil engineering and infrastructure projects across Scotland. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of site operations, working closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget. This role would suit an experienced civil engineering professional looking to take on greater responsibility, contribute to the successful delivery of challenging projects and develop their career within an established infrastructure business.

As the Sub-Agent, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Site Agent with the planning, coordination and management of daily site activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme requirements.
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, labour, plant and materials to maintain productivity and achieve project milestones.
• Monitoring construction progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensuring all works comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Managing site documentation, including daily records, progress reports, inspection records, permits and quality assurance documentation.
• Liaising with Site Agents, Site Engineers, Project Managers, clients and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience in a Sub-Agent, Site Engineer or similar site-based role within civil engineering, rail or infrastructure construction.
• A strong understanding of construction methodologies, site management procedures and project delivery requirements.
• Experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors and resources to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• A good understanding of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and environmental management procedures.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

What's in it for you?

• The opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of civil engineering, rail and infrastructure projects across Scotland.
• A competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of your experience and expertise.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development within an established and supportive project delivery team.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.