Site Agent – Major Renewable Infrastructure Project
Near Inverness, Scotland
Competitive Salary + Accommodation/Travel Support + Package
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Agent to join a leading international engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering a major renewable energy and civil engineering project in the Scottish Highlands.
This nationally significant infrastructure scheme forms part of a long-term UK energy investment programme supporting the resilience of the UK electricity network and includes complex tunnelling, heavy civils, structural, and infrastructure works.
The successful candidate will lead and manage construction delivery across a defined section of works, ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and within commercial requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically challenging and high-profile infrastructure project offering long-term security, career progression, and exposure to major engineering delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver works safely and efficiently
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site resources across the project
• Support procurement of subcontract packages and material requirements
• Monitor programme, progress, production targets, and resource levels
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, commercial, and project delivery teams
• Review cost, value, forecasts, and subcontractor performance
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, HSEQ standards, and company procedures
• Support risk management, reporting, and programme recovery activities
• Drive continuous improvement across production, efficiency, and project delivery
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors, and external stakeholders
Project Scope Includes:
• Renewable energy infrastructure
• Major civil engineering works
• Tunnelling and underground works
• Structural and concrete packages
• Infrastructure and utility works
• Long-term engineering and construction programme
Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience working as a Site Agent, Senior Agent, or Construction Manager within civil engineering or major infrastructure projects
• Strong subcontractor and construction delivery management experience
• Good commercial and contractual awareness
• Experience managing programmes, resources, and production targets
• Strong understanding of CDM, HSEQ, and construction compliance requirements
• SMSTS and CSCS Management Card essential
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work within a fast-paced and technically complex project environment
The project is based near Inverness, Scotland. Accommodation and travel support can be provided for candidates relocating or travelling to site.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major infrastructure programme with long-term project security and the opportunity to work on one of the UK’s most significant renewable energy developments