Civils Sub Agent

Balfour Beatty is looking for an experienced Civils Sub Agent to join our team delivering the ASTI East Project, based in the Dundee/Tealing area.

ASTI East forms part of SSEN Transmission’s major Pathway to 2030 investment programme, delivering significant upgrades to Scotland’s electricity transmission network. The programme includes new 400kV overhead line infrastructure, upgrades to existing transmission routes and extensive civil engineering works across eastern Scotland.

As Civils Sub Agent, you’ll take responsibility for leading and controlling a section of the works, managing Section Engineers and Site Engineers and working closely with the wider construction team, subcontractors and designers.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key delivery position on a major infrastructure programme while building specialist experience within the growing power transmission and energy sector.

As a Civils Sub Agent, you will:

• Take ownership of the safe and successful delivery of an allocated section of civil engineering works.
• Lead, manage and develop Section Engineers and Site Engineers, providing technical guidance and coaching.
• Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm, ensuring works are planned and delivered safely.
• Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and identify opportunities to improve safe systems of work.
• Ensure appropriate Permits to Work and control documentation are implemented and maintained.
• Coordinate temporary works requirements and ensure they are appropriately planned into the construction programme.
• Provide technical leadership on setting out and the resolution of construction and engineering issues.
• Work closely with designers to resolve technical queries and ensure buildability.
• Develop and manage fully resourced section programmes, monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Track productivity and KPIs, identifying where intervention is required to maintain programme.
• Manage subcontractors, monitoring their safety, quality, programme and overall performance.
• Maintain accurate site records and diaries.
• Support subcontractor procurement and contribute to commercial discussions with suppliers and the wider project team.
• Monitor costs against the resourced programme and maintain a good understanding of cost and value.
• Implement quality systems covering materials approvals, inspections, NCRs and handover documentation.
• Undertake site audits and independent inspections to ensure works and associated documentation comply with project requirements.
• Take ownership of handover documentation for your section, ensuring records are accurate and complete.
• Promote continuous improvement and share best practice across the project team.

We're looking for someone with strong civil engineering experience who is comfortable taking responsibility for a section of works and leading engineers in a busy construction environment.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Sub Agent, Section Engineer or similar within civil engineering or major infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering construction and setting out.
• Experience managing and developing Site and Section Engineers.
• A good understanding of temporary works and their coordination within construction activities.
• Experience preparing, reviewing and implementing RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Good working knowledge of current UK health and safety legislation.
• Experience managing subcontractors and monitoring performance.
• Experience developing and working to construction programmes and monitoring productivity.
• Good understanding of quality assurance, NCRs, inspections and handover documentation.
• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and design information.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project cost and value.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

The size and scale of Balfour Beatty coupled with our strong pipeline of work provides incredible opportunities, regardless of what stage you are at in your career.

We encourage and empower our employees to take control of their career and explore which part of the business they want to work in and what role is right for them. We actively encourage our managers and employees to have open communication throughout the year about wellbeing, development and career opportunities.

We're also very proud of our Balfour Beatty Academy. Whether it’s sharpening your technical expertise, improving your personal skills or seeking support to become professionally qualified.

• Be part of a major energy infrastructure investment that’s shaping the UK’s low-carbon future.
• Work on challenging, high-profile projects with the support of a skilled, multi-disciplinary team.
• Join a culture of learning, improvement, and excellence—where your voice makes a difference.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, development opportunities, and a flexible, inclusive working environment.

For further information about Balfour Beatty Regional Scotland please go to www.balfourbeatty.com/careers/Scotland - You can also check out further job opportunities in the careers section