Senior Site Agent

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent with a strong track record in delivering projects for Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN). You will manage a range of multi-disciplinary civil engineering and electrical projects.

The Role
As Site Agent, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and successful delivery of engineering projects on behalf of Scottish Power Energy Networks. You will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with:
  • All relevant legislation
  • Contract terms and conditions
  • Health & Safety plans
  • Work Package Plans and Task Briefing Sheets
  • Quality and Environmental plans
• Managing projects to meet programme and budget requirements
• Liaising with site teams and surveyors to maintain tender allowances
• Monitoring progress and performance against objectives
• Identifying and managing contract changes in collaboration with the site team
• Preparing formal progress reports for the Contracts Manager

Requirements

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
• Appointed Persons
• IOSH certification
• Service Detection
• SPEN/SSE/DRAX Competent Persons (preferred)
• Previous experience in substation environments with competencies aligned to Safety Rules 5th Edition
• Ability to interpret contract drawings and specifications accurately
• Valid SMSTS certification
• Strong record-keeping skills for progress and quality control
• Proven experience as a Site Agent in civil engineering contracting, ideally within energy and power infrastructure projects and maintenance

Benefits

• Competitive salary and holiday purchase scheme
• Company pension plan
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Up to three volunteering days per year
• Professional development and training support