Job Description

Contract Scotland is recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor for a Site Agent to deliver a key infrastructure project within Edinburgh Airport.

About the Role:

• Initial works (June – September 2025) will involve construction of an airside compound on disused airport land, including:

  • Earthworks and drainage

  • Utilities and road construction

  • Concrete foundations/hardstands

  • Modular office installation

  • Fencing works

• From November 2025, focus will shift to supporting a major runway rehabilitation programme operating across day and night shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily site operations and manage on-site teams and subcontractors

• Ensure compliance with airport-specific security and operational procedures

• Liaise with Edinburgh Airport representatives to coordinate permits, access, and notifications

• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance

• Ensure programme, quality, and cost targets are met

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working on airside or landside projects at Edinburgh Airport

• Familiarity with airport systems, permit processes, and security protocols

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Relevant certifications: SMSTS (essential), First Aid, Appointed Person (desirable)

• Proven background in civil engineering delivery, ideally in safety-critical or secure environments

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a technically complex and highly regulated project. If you’re a capable Site Agent who understands the demands of working within a live airport environment, we’d like to hear from you.