Your New Role
We have three fantastic opportunities for Permanent Assistant Site Managers to join our Bridges/Structures scheme delivery team. These roles sit within our Network Management Contract Southwest (NMC SW) and are 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 to support the Delivery Manager in the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of works under the SW NMC, ensuring statutory obligations, programme, quality and stakeholder requirements are met.
The shift pattern is 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri 0800 – 1645hr with opportunity to earn overtime assisting with site supervision at weekends and occasionally on nightshifts.
This would suit candidates 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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Delivery Manager in the day-to-day delivery of highway and infrastructure works
- Assist in fulfilling Principal Contractor duties in line with CDM Regulations
- Ensure all works are planned and delivered in compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
- Contribute to the preparation and review of Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments and Method Statements
- Carry out site inspections, safety visits and audits, ensuring actions are followed through to completion
- Coordinate subcontractors and supply chain partners on site
- Monitor programme, resources and costs, highlighting risks and improvement opportunities
- Liaise effectively with clients, local authorities, stakeholders and the public
- Ensure works meet required specifications, standards and quality expectations
- Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, permits and compliance documentation
- Promote Amey values and a strong “Safety First” culture
- Support the implementation of CDM duties and workforce compliance
- Lead by example to foster a positive safety culture
- Deliver toolbox talks, briefings and workforce engagement sessions
- Report and support the investigation of incidents and near misses
- Work closely with HSEQ Advisors to implement improvement actions
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- Experience in a similar role within the highways or civil engineering sector
- Knowledge of CDM Regulations, highways safety and site management practices
- A proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills and initiative
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team discussions
- Good commercial awareness with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, alongside excellent interpersonal skills
- A full UK driving licence (essential)
- A relevant engineering degree or equivalent (desirable)
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
- Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- 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 peopleservices@amey.co.uk 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!
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