Site Agent

Paxton Personnel Ltd; Dingwall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Job Title: Site Agent – Civil Engineering ️

Location: Nationwide (Scotland) – Willing to Travel

Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Paxton Personnel:

At Paxton Personnel, we partner with leading firms to provide expert recruitment services. Currently, we are assisting a prominent civil engineering contractor in their search for an experienced and skilled Site Agent to join their growing team. This contractor has a strong reputation for delivering large-scale, high-quality civil engineering projects across Scotland, and is looking for a dynamic professional to take the lead on site management.

Role Overview:

As a Site Agent, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of civil engineering projects from start to finish. You will ensure that all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. The role offers flexibility to be based anywhere in Scotland, as long as you are willing to travel to various sites across the country.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.
2. Team Leadership: Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring effective communication and high-performance standards.
3. Health & Safety: Maintain a strong focus on safety, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
4. Quality Control: Ensure that all work complies with relevant quality standards and procedures.
5. Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
6. Documentation & Reporting: Keep accurate records of site activities, and provide regular progress reports to senior management.
7. Resource Management: Manage materials, plant, and labor to ensure the efficient running of the site.
8. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation measures to ensure smooth project delivery.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1. Minimum HND Qualification in Civil Engineering.
2. Proven Experience in site management within the civil engineering sector, particularly on large-scale projects.
3. Strong Understanding of construction processes, project planning, and site management.
4. Excellent Leadership Skills with the ability to manage and motivate site teams effectively.
5. In-depth Knowledge of health and safety regulations and practices in civil engineering projects.
6. Effective Communication Skills, both written and verbal.
7. Willingness to Travel to various sites across Scotland as required.
8. Full clean UK driving license is essential.

Desirable:

1. Experience with projects across various sectors such as infrastructure, roads, utilities, and large civil works.

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunity to work on high-profile and challenging projects.
3. Professional development and career progression opportunities.
4. A supportive team environment with a leading contractor in the industry.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take on an exciting and rewarding challenge with a leading civil engineering contractor, please submit your CV to [e-mail]. We look forward to hearing from you!