Site Agent – Civil Engineering

£60,000–£65,000 + Car + Bonus

Based in Biggar / Central Belt (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth / Ayrshire)

Are you an experienced civil engineering professional ready to take ownership of complex infrastructure delivery on standout projects? We are recruiting for a trusted name in heavy civils and energy-sector works. They are recruiting for a Site Agent to lead delivery on their flagship windfarm project. 

This is a fully site-based leadership role across the Central Belt, with the first project being based at Whitelaw Brae Windfarm.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be the kind of leader who’s been running Civil sites as a Site Manager/Agent or has been punching above as a Sub-Agent ready for more autonomy. Safety comes first, programmes matter, and you’re commercially aware without being an accountant.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead Site Delivery

• Take responsibility for the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of works on site

• Act as the on-site Responsible Person, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources

• Own daily programme and construction activities with a hands-on, structured approach

• Health, Safety & Environmental

• Operate as Principal Contractor with full CDM compliance

• Produce and manage CPPs, RAMS, inductions, toolbox talks and briefings

• Conduct site safety audits and manage subcontractor compliance

• Oversee environmental controls including pollution prevention and any relevant plans

• Programme & Quality Control

• Plan and drive day-to-day site operations

• Use Asta Powerproject / Primavera P6 / MS Project to track progress and drive delivery

• Monitor quality — implementing ITPs, managing inspections and ensuring adherence to specs

Commercial & Procurement Support

• Procure and manage subcontractors, plant and materials safely and efficiently

• Monitor costs and contribute to forecasting, CVRs and valuations

• Support identification and documentation of variations

Stakeholder & Team Leadership

• Be the key point of contact for client engineers, utility partners and local authorities

• Attend progress meetings and effectively manage communications

• Lead, mentor and develop your site team while driving high standards and accountability

What You Bring

• Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent site experience

• Proven track record in a Site Manager/Agent/Sub-Agent role within civils delivery

• Strong understanding of H&S legislation, quality systems and contracts

• Competency in construction programming and commercial awareness

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• Flexibility to travel and work away as project demands require

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary: £60–£65k

• Company car

• Performance bonus scheme

• Work on a high-profile, well-resourced windfarm project

• A supportive team and clear progression opportunities

For a confidential chat, contact Boyd Recruitment.