Assistant Site Manager (Bridges/ Structures)

Amey Lg Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Glasgow seeks a Permanent Assistant Site Manager for its Bridges/Structures scheme. This role involves assisting the Site Manager, adhering to health and safety regulations, and ensuring efficient project delivery. Candidates should have civil engineering experience and a relevant engineering degree. This position offers competitive benefits, including an electric company car and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Electric company car

Career development

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to online discounts

Community involvement days

Qualifications

• Experience managing Principal Contractors duties within Civil Engineering.
• Ability to prepare works programmes and Construction Phase plans.
• Familiarity with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager to deliver works safely and efficiently.
• Prepare contracts and documentation for safe delivery of works.
• Monitor and manage project schedules for compliance and quality.

Skills

Experience in a similar role within Highways / Civil Industry

Strong problem solver that shows initiative

Keen to learn and contribute to team discussions

Strong commercial awareness

Strong interpersonal skills

Competent user of Microsoft Office

Full UK driving licence

Education

Relevant engineering academic qualification at Degree level

Job description

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Requisition ID: 9469

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Assistant Site Manager to join our Bridges/Structures scheme delivery team. This position is within our Network Management Contract Southwest (NMC SW), based in Polmadie, Glasgow.

Our NMC SW account is working in partnership with Transport Scotland Southwest since August 2020, we are responsible for inspections, cyclical maintenance, asset management, scheme delivery as well as winter maintenance and incident response.

Our team are first on the scene to assist road users on the road network, deliver engineering design and operational delivery services for more than 600 kilometres of road and 1,650 structures enabling reliable journey times and a high level of customer care for the people and businesses that use these roads every day.

By ensuring our roads and highways are well-maintained through all‑weather seasons and traffic incidents, we aim to create well‑functioning, safe spaces which minimise disruption, keep people moving and support thriving communities.

The purpose of the Assistant Site Manager is to assist the Site Manager in their duties and deliver the works safely, to the required quality, on programme and within budget. You will be required to prepare works programmes and Construction Phase plans for our bridges/structure’s schemes in collaboration with various teams within Amey and our supply chain to ensure safe, compliant and efficient delivery of the works.

The shift pattern

40 hours per week, Mon‑Fri 0800 – 1645hr with opportunity to earn overtime assisting with site supervision at weekends and occasionally on nightshifts.

This role would suit a candidate currently working in a similar position who has experience of managing Principal Contractors duties with a background within Civil Engineering, Construction or Term Maintenance Highways Contracts.

You will be responsible for

• Managing works in accordance with current Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation and policies and to set a good example to the site team(s) and supply chain partners
• Preparing works programmes, Construction Phase Plans and all necessary contract documentation for the safe and efficient delivery of works.
• Actively assist in monitoring and managing the works to ensure the scheme is delivered in accordance with the contract and agreed programme whilst continually and proactively challenging the programme to reduce duration, risk and cost.
• Collation of all site / contract records for each scheme delivered and distribute to relevant parties including upload to Amey and Client systems to evidence works.
• Monitor for non‑conformances in the Quality Plans / Inspection and Test Plans
• Ensure appropriate inspection, sampling and testing is carried out to monitor compliance with the contract.
• Support the partnering ethos to provide a working environment of co‑operation, trust, respect, open communication and honesty with all parties.
• Maintaining customer and client focus for the works
• Promote best use of the network with our network partners.
• To encourage a positive safety attitude and set the safety and environmental standards for all their site operations and activities.
• Promote the Amey protecting people ethos and values and Zero Code initiative.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental issues are considered and planned for in all their site operations and activities, including the impact upon public and third party stakeholders.
• Analyse close calls and report findings to the Site Manager

We want to hear from you if are/have:

• Experience in a similar role within Highways / Civil Industry
• Strong problem solver that shows initiative
• Keen to learn and contribute to team discussions
• Strong commercial awareness and be able to communicate with stakeholders at different levels
• A competent user of Microsoft office and have strong interpersonal skills
• A full UK driving licence is essential for the successful applicant
• A relevant engineering academic qualification at Degree level

What we offer you

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program

• Company Car – Electric company car provided
• Career Development – Exceptional development and progression plan
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Choices – Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey – Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value – You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!