Site Agent

Site Agent - Civils / Energy Projects

Blantyre, Scotland

I am currently working on behalf of a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong and growing presence in the renewable energy and infrastructure sector in Scotland.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Agent to join a busy delivery team working on a range of civil engineering-led energy projects, offering long-term stability, progression, and exposure to technically challenging work.

You will play a key role in the delivery of renewable energy infrastructure projects across Scotland, working within a civils-focused environment.

The role offers responsibility for end-to-end site delivery, reporting directly to the Project Manager, and overseeing engineering teams, subcontractors, and site operations to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget.

Projects will typically involve a mix of:

• Reinforced concrete structures and bridges
• Large-scale earthworks operations
• Underground services and drainage
• Road and access construction

• Overall responsibility for successful site delivery
• Driving commercial performance and project value
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Producing and implementing RAMS, ITPs, programmes and waste management plans
• Planning and managing project programmes
• Coordinating procurement schedules and resource planning
• Managing, mentoring and developing site engineering teams

• Acting as the primary site representative with clients, stakeholders and the public
• Ensuring final deliverables meet or exceed client expectations

• Working closely with the commercial team to manage cost plans
• Identifying value engineering opportunities and efficiencies
• Maintaining accurate site records and diaries
• Challenging existing processes to drive continuous improvement

• Producing clear and accurate monthly progress reports
• Chairing and leading weekly site meetings

• Proven experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, CDM regulations, programme and risk management
• Sound understanding of cost control and commercial awareness
• Confident communicator with strong leadership and people-management skills
• Competent user of Microsoft Office and site reporting systems
• SMSTS (preferred but training can be provided)
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to wider teams
• Willing to work flexibly, including weekends, shift work and working away from home when required

• Valid CSCS Manager card
• Full UK driving licence
• First Aid certification
• Degree in Civil Engineering or HNC / HND equivalent
• CAT & Genny trained

• Competitive salary package
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension and overtime payments
• Structured training and career development
• Health and wellbeing support
• Paid volunteering days each year