Site Agent (Civil Engineer)

Site Agent (Civil Engineer)

Permanent

Location: Central Belt

Salary: £48,000 - £54,000 DOE + benefits package

Ref: GR1564

Gibson Recruitment Limited

Job Description

A regional Civil Engineering contractor who, due to a period of recent growth, have a requirement for an additional Site Agent to join their team on a permanent basis.

The business primarily delivers Deep Drainage works for Scottish Water, so water experience would be advantageous.

This position would suit a Site Agent from a Civil Engineering background (ideally with setting out capabilities), or an experienced Site Engineer looking to come off the tools and progress into management.

Role & Responsibilities

To manage civil engineering projects, ensuring that they operate within cost, productivity, Quality and Health, Safety and Environment targets.

·       Ensure contracts are delivered safely on time, within budget and to programme.

·       Maintain a good relationship with clients to avoid disputes.

·       Have a high level of commercial awareness related to the works.

·       Assure that all work is carried out to company safety, environmental, and Quality standards and to regularly communicate with staff and operatives.

·       Carry out Safety Audits as required by line management.

·       Ensure that all operations carried out within your area of responsibility are undertaken with full regard for safety of visitors, other members of staff and yourself.

Essential Criteria

·       Experience as a Site Engineer and / or Site Agent on civil engineering projects.

·       Civil Engineering qualification (HNC upwards)

·       Scottish Water experience (desirable)

·       Appropriate knowledge of health and safety polices.

·       Have good working knowledge of IT systems, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

·       Practice of prioritising time critical work.

·       Excellent communication and liaison skills.

Applicants must reside within commuting distance of the advertised location to be considered.

What to do next

If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below.

If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.