Site Agent

About the role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Site Agent to join our construction teams on the Argyll Multi-Substation project. Key responsibilities will include providing management, leadership and control of a multi-disciplinary team comprising Sub Agents, Section Engineers, Site Engineers & Foremen for the design and construction of three indoor substations, including the associated earthworks, drainage, access tracks, structures and utilities, situated between Lochgilphead and Inverary in the West of Scotland.

What you'll be doing

Health Safety & Environmental

Sets targets and KPI’s in line with Project / Business objectives and monitors performance
Carries out periodic Safety & Environment Tours as required by the Project H & S Plan
Assists Lead in Incident Investigation and information gathering / review.
Appraises improvement options and actions / instigates as appropriate
Leads periodic risk reviews and takes output forward to the Project Risk Register
Monitors effectiveness of the H & S Management System
Keeps up to date with changes in legislation and cascades information to the team

Engineering Control

Ensures that sufficient resources are allocated to the Works Section and that each has an appropriate level of ability
Identifies and arranges training as required

Quality

Sets targets and KPI’s in line with Project objectives and monitors performance
Ensures site audits are undertaken and takes appropriate action on the findings
Appraises improvement options and leads / instigates actions as appropriate
Implements systems and processes to manage the quality of the constructive works
Involved in working groups focused on Improvement Areas
Overall ownership of Handover Documentation for Section

Productivity

Sets targets and KPI’s in line with key outputs and monitors performance, reporting Section Progress
Carry out constructive analysis of fully resourced programme
Manages sub-contractor performance based on KPI’s
Ensures production of operational target programmes to reflect overall construction programme
Chairs prescribed Short Interval Control section meetings to review performance on site

Commercial

Sets targets and KPI’s in line with budget forecast
Attends and provides reports for weekly project meetings and identifies improvement areas and allocates / implements appropriate actions to team members
Involved in the procurement of subcontractors and advises on commercial aspects / preferred attendances
Produces the risk schedule for section, reviews and updates
Prepares a cost plan and manages cost value

Who we're looking for

Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately. Suggests and implements improvements to systems and capable of stopping operations when necessary.
Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes with clarity; experienced at encouraging direct reports to do the same and managing a team to ensure tasks are carried out effectively and key messages cascaded
Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights as required by the programme
Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility
Holds a current driving license and CSCS Card.
SMSTS qualified.
Excellent team player and leader, able to work competently and independently without supervision
Able and willing to make decisions following consideration of options based on best available information; track record of solution orientated approach to resolve issues
Strong communication skills with good interpersonal and influencing skills
Good report writing skills
Proficient IT skills
Excellent role model for team and demonstrates required behaviours to align to business, project and team objectives
Understands method statements and can coach others in document production
Understands and can guide others in the principles of Accident / Incident Investigation
Good working knowledge of current H & S legislation
Proficient in the application of Company Systems
Innovative approach to enhancing safe systems of work
Experienced in resource allocation and up skilling
Competent in reading technical drawings and information, and understands the principle of design management.
Understands the Organisational Business Management Systems and processes
Clear understanding and experience of the requirements for handover and self-certification of the works, including management experience of the same
Able to analyse and offer improvement on a fully resourced stage programme in the accepted format / software
Understands sub-contractor KPI’s and has experience of using them to manage performance
Able to dynamically shift programme and adapt to circumstances on site whilst maintaining focus on targets
Experience in the management of pavement reconstruction and surfacing operations, including
Phasing and contingency planning
Experienced in the management of varied infrastructure works, together with testing and handover
Used to setting targets in line with budget
Able to produce a realistic financial forecast and track progress against programme.
Identifies elements for cost recovery from others and guides team members in maintaining project records
Working knowledge of the NEC and other relevant forms of contract

The following qualities/experience are desirable:

Strong leadership and management skills, with experience of managing a multi-disciplined team
Interest in pursuing a formal qualification (e.g. ICE)
Wide ranging independent judgement evident
Has achieved professional accreditation (e.g. ICE, IHT)

Why work for us

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life.

Here are some of our key benefits:

Competitive base salary relevant to your role
Defined contribution pension scheme
Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times
Life cover
25 days annual holiday leave (plus bank holidays)
Company car / car allowance
Private healthcare
Access to company share incentive scheme
16 hours / two days fully paid volunteer time
Plus a wide range of voluntary benefits, customised to your preference

About us

From Dunfermline’s tramways in 1909 to highland hospitals today, Balfour Beatty has been trusted for over a century to deliver the complex and critical infrastructure and iconic buildings Scotland relies on.

We have the people, knowledge and experience to safely deliver projects right first time, maximising value for money and ensuring a positive social impact and inclusive economic growth for local communities.

Our award-winning sustainable projects, including active travel, Passivhaus and retrofit, demonstrate our commitment to supporting Scotland’s transition towards net zero in the built environment.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit 

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: 

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