Site Agent

Location: Scotland

Volker Laser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement.

We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Site Agent to support our Major Projects division in Scotland and help deliver our strong pipeline of specialist civil engineering contracts across the region.

As the Site Agent you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the project, with responsibility to ensure health, safety, environmental & quality compliance as well as programme and budget requirements.

About you

Technical qualification (example Degree in civil engineering or HND)
Proven technical organisational skills
Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of
Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work
Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues
Experience in civil engineering

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

Volker Laser is under the umbrella of Volker Wessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within Volker Wessels UK, Volker Laser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, Volker Wessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

Volker Wessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all