Site Agent (Berwick Bank)
| Company: | Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Edinburgh |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
The Role
We are looking for an experienced individual to join our team as a Site Agent starting at our Berwick Bank construction project at
Innerwick, near Edinburgh. Reporting directly to the Project Manager and Senior Contract Manager, you will be working as part of a
team to support the management and delivery of this project, with other nationwide projects in the future.
You will be working within a successful organisation where self-motivated and practical problem solvers will thrive. We will help
you develop your knowledge and experience further, by providing plenty of exposure to a variety of matters in a supportive working
environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Ensuring company procedures and systems on quality, health & safety and the environment are implemented and complied with on
site.
- Preparing quality, environmental and H&S construction plans in a timely manner.
- Planning, measuring, monitoring and reviewing the progress of contracts throughout the project’s lifespan and ensuring
compliance with project’s budgets and programme.
- Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications and ensuring the accurate construction of the works in accordance with
client requirements.
- Ensuring the timely procurement and payment of suppliers and subcontractors in accordance with company procedures and monitoring
their performance including financial throughout the project.
- Preparing and submitting weekly reports on progress for review by the Project Manager or Senior Contract Manager for inclusion
in the project’s financial CVRs and forecasts to completion
- Identifying potential problem areas, and financial impact, in sufficient time to ensure adequate provisions have been made
within forecast accounts.
- Providing sufficient and accurate information to the Works Management and Foremen to ensure timely construction of the works.
- Liaising with the site manager and Foremen as to what engineering is needed onsite and holding daily engineering briefings with
the onsite engineers.
- Actively resolve contractual issues with both clients and suppliers while also maintaining a good relationship.
- Mentoring and guidance for junior members of your team and operatives to fully develop their construction competencies.
- Ensuring timely submission of the necessary documentation for inclusion within the project health and safety file.
What we are looking for
- Degree or HND in Civil Engineering
- Demonstrable experience of working as a Site Agent within the civil engineering construction industry preferably on large
earthworks projects.
- Experience in Design & Build Contracts
- Understanding and experience in NEC4 Contracts
- Strong computer literacy and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Good commercial awareness with effective influencing and negotiating skills, as well as an aptitude to develop emerging and new
client relationships.
- Experience of managing and mentoring engineers.
- Excellent knowledge of current civil engineering legislation as well as Health & Safety and Environmental legislation.
- Highly developed professional communication and negotiation skills, including writing and presentation of reports, preparing
business management documents, and presenting information in meetings with clients and other parties.
- The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- The ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in both mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with
several abstract and concrete variables.
- Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines supported by strong organisational skills.
- Excellent communicator, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt communication style to suit different circumstances.
- Full UK Driving Licence is also required.
Why Join Jones Bros?
At Jones Bros, we’re proud to deliver major civil engineering projects that make a difference. Our people are at the heart of what
we do, and we invest in their growth and wellbeing.
As a Project Manager, you’ll benefit from a supportive environment, exposure to a variety of work, and clear opportunities to
develop your career.
Benefits
* Excellent lodge allowance
* Competitive salary
* Discretionary Bonus (eligibility applies)
* Company vehicle
* Company-contributed pension scheme (eligibility applies)
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Ongoing professional development and training