Sub-Agent/Site Agent

Contract Scotland; Upper Dounreay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Minimum 3-month contract

Accommodation provided (shared house)

Competitive day rate (CIS)

Job summary

Contract Scotland is seeking an experienced Freelance Agent or Sub-Agent for a major civil engineering project on the North Coast of Scotland. This role is an initial 3-month contract with potential transfer to Orkney for suitable candidates.

You will support the delivery of key civil works, oversee duct installation and concrete packages, and supervise site operations while coordinating with the existing Site Agent and project team.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Agent or Sub-Agent on civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of earthworks, utilities, ducting and concrete works.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and supervise site operations.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Valid CSCS card (essential).
• SMSTS/SSSTS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing duct installation works and small concrete structure packages.
• Coordinate and supervise site activities to ensure safety, efficiency and programme adherence.
• Liaise with the Site Agent and wider project team to deliver on-site objectives.

Skills

Site supervision

Communication

Project coordination

CSCS card

SSSTS/SMSTS preferred

Tools

Subcontractor management

Job description

Freelance Agent / Sub-Agent - North Coast of Scotland

We are currently looking for an experienced Agent or Sub-Agent to join a major civil engineering project based in North Coast of Scotland for an immediate start. This is initially a minimum 3-month contract, with the potential for a longer-term opportunity for candidates who would be willing to transfer and work on projects in Orkney thereafter.

The Role

You will be supporting the delivery of key civil engineering works, initially overseeing:

• Duct installation works
• Small concrete structure packages
• Coordination and supervision of site activities
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme
• Liaising with the existing Site Agent and wider project team

You will be working alongside an experienced Agent who is beginning work on another project, making this an excellent opportunity to take ownership of work fronts and make an immediate impact.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Agent or Sub-Agent within civil engineering projects
• Strong understanding of earthworks, utilities, ducting, and concrete works
• Ability to manage subcontractors and supervise site operations
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Valid CSCS card (essential)
• SMSTS/SSSTS preferred

What's On Offer?

• Immediate start
• Minimum 3-month contract
• Potential for ongoing work and transfer to projects in Orkney
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Weekend work available if required
• Accommodation provided (shared house)
• Competitive day rate (CIS)

If you're an experienced Agent or Sub-Agent available at short notice and interested in a long-term opportunity in the North of Scotland, we'd like to hear from you.

Legal Information

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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