Sub Agent

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

Job summary

Search Consultancy LTD is working with a well-established civil engineering and construction contractor to hire a Sub-Agent for their growing team in Inverness. You will support the Site Agent, planning and coordinating construction activities, including labour, plant, materials and subcontractors, while ensuring safety and quality targets are met.

This role suits a construction professional seeking greater responsibility within an established business, with excellent opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Sub-Agent, Site Engineer or similar site-based role within civil engineering or infrastructure construction.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, site management procedures and project delivery requirements.
• Experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors and resources to achieve programme and quality objectives.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and environmental management procedures.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to managing site activities.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Site Agent with day-to-day management and coordination of site operations to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Planning and coordinating construction activities, including labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources.
• Monitoring project progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing solutions to maintain delivery targets.
• Ensuring works follow approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
• Managing site documentation, including daily records, site reports, inspection records and quality assurance documentation.
• Liaising with Site Agents, Site Engineers, subcontractors, clients and other stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain effective communication.

Skills

Site coordination

Health & safety

Communication

Project delivery

Education

Civil engineering background

Job description

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

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor delivering a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the Highlands and Scotland.

The successful candidate will support the management and delivery of site operations, working closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

This role would suit an ambitious construction professional with a strong civil engineering background who is looking to take on greater responsibility and progress their career within an established business.

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

• Assisting the Site Agent with the day-to-day management and coordination of site operations to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Planning and coordinating construction activities, including labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources.
• Monitoring project progress against programme, identifying potential delays and implementing solutions to maintain delivery targets.
• Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
• Managing site documentation, including daily records, site reports, inspection records and quality assurance documentation.
• Liaising with Site Agents, Site Engineers, subcontractors, clients and other stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain effective communication throughout the project.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

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

What's in it for you?

The opportunity to work with an established Scottish contractor on civil engineering and infrastructure projects in and around the Highlands.

A competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of your experience and expertise.

Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development within a 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.

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