Sub Agent
Sub Agent – Civil Engineering
£38000-£45000 + Bonus
Based in Ballingry
Are you a driven civil engineering professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting for a trusted name in heavy civils and energy-sector works, delivering complex infrastructure and substation projects across Scotland.
This is a genuine opportunity for a capable Sub Agent or experienced Site Engineer looking to step up into more responsibility.
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll already be operating as a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer within a civils environment and comfortable managing sections of works independently.
You understand that strong planning, safety compliance and commercial awareness are what separate good projects from great ones. You’re organised, proactive, and ready to grow into a future Site Agent role.
What You’ll Be Doing
Site Delivery
Support the Site Agent in the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of works
Take responsibility for specific sections or packages of work
Coordinate subcontractors, plant and labour to ensure programme targets are achieved
Maintain daily site records and contribute to reporting
Health, Safety & Environmental
Ensure works are delivered in full compliance with CDM regulations
Assist in the production and implementation of CPPs, RAMS and site documentation
Carry out site inspections, toolbox talks and briefings
Monitor subcontractor compliance and environmental controls
Programme & Quality Control
Assist with short-term planning and lookahead programmes
Use Asta Powerproject / Primavera P6 / MS Project to monitor progress
Implement ITPs and ensure works meet specification and quality standards
Identify and escalate potential delays or issues early
Commercial Support
Assist with procurement of plant, materials and subcontractors
Support cost control, forecasting and valuations
Identify and record variations where applicable
Stakeholder & Team Coordination
Liaise with client representatives, engineers and utility partners
Attend site meetings and contribute to progress updates
Supervise engineers and site teams to maintain high standards
What You Bring
Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or relevant experience
Experience within a Sub Agent, Senior Engineer or similar role in heavy civils
Strong understanding of H&S legislation and quality procedures
Experience with construction programming tools
Good commercial awareness and reporting skills
Flexibility to travel or work away when required
What You’ll Get
Competitive salary
Company car
Performance bonus scheme
Exposure to high-profile substation infrastructure works
Clear progression pathway toward Site Agent level
A stable contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work
For a confidential chat, contact Boyd Recruitment