Sub-Agent

May 15, 2026
Urgent

Job Description

We are working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor to assist them in hiring a Sub-Agent for their expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic business delivering a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across Scotland. The role will see you take responsibility for supporting site delivery, coordinating works, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standards.

As the Sub-Agent your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Supporting the Site Agent in the day-to-day delivery of civil engineering projects
Supervising site operations and ensuring works are delivered in line with programme requirements
Managing subcontractors and site teams to maintain productivity and quality standards
Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures
Assisting with planning, reporting, and progress monitoring
Supporting setting out, engineering control, and technical problem-solving on site

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

Previous experience in a Sub-Agent or Site Engineer role within civil engineering
Strong understanding of site-based construction activities and sequencing
Good leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams on site
Solid knowledge of health and safety standards and procedures
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting civil engineering projects
Clear progression opportunities within a growing contractor

If you would like more information or to apply, please feel free to contact Jamie Nicholson using the details provided, or alternatively please click the “apply now” link in confidence.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

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