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Sub Agent

Deanston Cooper

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a skilled Sub Agent to oversee various civil engineering projects across the Central Belt. This role involves driving construction phases, managing site engineering, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in civil engineering, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams. Join this reputable contractor known for its low staff turnover and contribute to impactful infrastructure projects, including substations and windfarms. If you're ready to take on a challenging role with significant responsibilities, this opportunity is for you.

Experience as Section Engineer, Senior Engineer, or Sub Agent in civil engineering projects.
Ability to manage site engineering and supervise labor force effectively.

Drive construction phases and manage site engineering activities.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Technical ability

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

HNC in Civil Engineering

Deanston Cooper's client, a highly successful, very well regarded civil engineering contractor with an exceptionally low turnover of staff, has a current requirement for a Sub Agent to work on a range of projects across the Central Belt including infrastructure, substations, and windfarms. Due to the location of projects, applicants must be prepared to travel at least an hour to site each day.

Your duties as Sub Agent will include:

Driving construction phase of project
Managing and supervising Site Engineering
Supervising and monitoring the site labour force and sub-contractors
Preparing risk assessments and method statements
Ensuring that Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to
Ensuring quality records necessary to meet quality requirements are maintained
Resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise
Checking drawings and specifications
Reviewing construction progress and performance
Planning and prioritising construction resources (labour and plant) to support successful project execution
Delivering project within programme and budget

Applications for the role of Sub Agent are welcome from candidates with:

Minimum HNC Civil Engineering
Experience working at Section Engineer / Senior Engineer / Sub Agent level on a variety of civil engineering projects for another contractor
Technical ability and good organisational skills
Ability to focus on targets and practical solutions
Good communication skills with all levels of the workforce

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