Sub Agent
Inverness
Talented people are the key to our success.
We are seeking a dedicated Sub Agent to oversee construction activities on an SSEN project involving substation and underground cabling works near Inverness, forming part of the c. £120m Loch na Cathrach Energy Connection.
Role Responsibilities
As Sub Agent, you will ensure the effective management of the site to deliver the project in line with customer objectives, maintaining the highest standards of health and safety, quality, environmental performance and cost control.
- Managing site activities and resources on a major energy project.
- Ensuring compliance with engineering controls, contract drawings and specifications.
- Producing risk assessments and method statements and delivering clear briefings to staff and operatives.
- Liaising daily with the Senior Foreman regarding programme, resources, productivity and progress.
- Leading the resolution of technical issues and driving improvements in progress and quality.
- Setting clear site working parameters and monitoring performance.
- Coordinating shift activities to maintain consistent and efficient operations.
- Developing forecasts and monitoring performance against programme, quality, safety and environmental targets.
- Producing accurate plans and drawings and clearly communicating them to the team.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Civil engineering and construction experience; civil infrastructure essential, energy projects preferred.
- Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent).
- Valid CSCS card.
- SMSTS (5‑day) certification.
- Strong knowledge of specifications and testing regimes relevant to civil engineering.
- Practical understanding of commercial and planning requirements within project delivery.
- Ability to produce and communicate accurate plans and drawings.
- Strong IT skills, including MS Office and other relevant systems.
- Solid understanding of construction methods, health and safety requirements and legal regulations.
What is in it for you?
Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
- Flexible and adaptable working
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
- We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
About the Energy Business Unit
We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.
Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.