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Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Sub Agent!
Location: Projects across Scotland
Job Type: Permanent
We are proud to be representing a respected and well-established civil engineering contractor with an outstanding track record of delivering some of the UK’s most recognisable and technically complex infrastructure projects.
Operating across a variety of sectors—including water, marine, land remediation, and energy—our client is seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will involve work on projects across Scotland, so flexibility to travel and stay away from home when required is essential.
The Role:
As a qualified Civil Engineer, you will take on the role of Sub Agent, contributing to a wide range of responsibilities spanning technical delivery, quality assurance, programming, and contract management. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and grow into a well-rounded engineering professional.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain close awareness of programme targets and drive site activities to meet key deadlines.
- Manage site operations effectively to ensure works proceed smoothly and safely.
- Attend and contribute to pre-start and progress meetings on site.
- Prepare and review site documentation including site plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Implement effective cost control and programming measures.
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental management systems.
- Monitor and report progress to ensure alignment with project timelines and standards.
- Produce detailed reports to track contractual milestones and interface with the client.
Requirements:
- Minimum HNC qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
- Demonstrable experience in civil engineering project delivery.
- Proficient in setting out and related technical practices.
- Experience working with a principal contractor.
- Valid SMSTS and First Aid certifications.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to travel and work on projects throughout Scotland.
Desirable:
- Roads and Street Works certificate.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated and forward-thinking team within a company that places strong emphasis on the personal and professional development of its staff. If you are driven, adaptable, and eager to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your most recent CV. For more information, contact Karin Campbell on (phone number removed), quoting reference J45608.
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Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
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.
