Location: Stirling, Scotland
Sector: Highways / Civil Engineering / Infrastructure
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Sub-Agent to join our team on a highways infrastructure scheme in Stirling. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated civil engineering professional with a strong background in highways construction and site delivery to play a key role in the successful completion of the project.
The successful candidate will support the Agent and Project Manager in managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist the Agent in the planning, coordination and delivery of highways construction activities.
* Manage day-to-day site operations, including earthworks, drainage, road construction, kerbing and surfacing.
* Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, RAMS and project requirements.
* Monitor programme progress, resource allocation and productivity to ensure key milestones are achieved.
* Coordinate subcontractors, site teams, plant and materials.
* Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality assurance.
* Liaise with the client, local authorities, utility providers and other project stakeholders.
* Identify and manage site risks, technical issues and potential programme delays.
* Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and quality documentation.
* Support commercial management, cost control and change management processes.
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Sub-Agent, Site Agent or similar senior site management role within civil engineering or highways construction.
* Strong knowledge of highways infrastructure, including earthworks, drainage, road construction and surfacing.
* Relevant Civil Engineering or Construction Management qualification, or equivalent industry experience.
* Valid CSCS card appropriate to the role.
* SMSTS certification or equivalent, where required.
* Good understanding of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and construction methodologies.
* Experience working to construction programmes, managing subcontractors and coordinating site resources.
* Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
* Knowledge of the Specification for Highway Works and relevant Scottish highways standards would be advantageous.
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to work on a major highways infrastructure scheme in Stirling.
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
* Opportunity to develop your career within a well-established civil engineering environment.
* Long-term project opportunity, subject to programme and project requirements.
If you have the relevant highways experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Scotland, we would welcome your application
Salary description
£300.00 - £450.00 per day