Construction Health & Safety Consultant (Glasgow or Edinburgh)

Construction Health & Safety Consultant (Glasgow or Edinburgh)

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Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

About us:

Thomas & Adamson International Ltd (part of the Egis Group) is an award‑winning UK‑based consultancy specialising in project management, cost management, building surveying, and safety services. With over 90 years of experience, T&A supports organisations across the UK, USA and Middle East, delivering confident, time‑saving and ROI‑enhancing solutions.

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm, creating and operating intelligent infrastructure and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to sustainable development.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Construction Health & Safety professional to join our team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. You will be self‑motivated, client‑focused and able to work independently, bringing a proven track record of delivering excellence in health and safety.

• Perform tasks to a high standard, meeting all duties expected of a competent health and safety professional.
• Administer project work in line with T&A policies, practices and procedures.
• Represent T&A in the marketplace and participate in business development activities as required.
• Act on behalf of T&A in a polite and professional manner, ensuring company values are maintained and promoted.
• Ensure adequate and timely communication channels for effective service delivery.
• Coordinate and prepare information to support the client, listening to their requirements and acting accordingly.
• Provide robust, pragmatic health and safety guidance to clients and design teams on effective approaches to achieve project deliverables.
• Ensure others meet their obligations under health and safety legislation.
• Oversee, review and approve junior staff work where required for project appointments.
• Represent T&A in a professionally competent and positive manner, maintaining the highest standards of service quality and integrity.
• Report to the client and stakeholders in line with client requirements and company standards.

About you:

• Prioritise and coordinate tasks efficiently, meeting all deadlines.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
• Be proactive, working autonomously and as part of a wider team.
• Be confident and assertive where required.
• Be a team player and communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and consultants.
• Adopt a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Be a good role model for other team members.
• Understand the importance of discretion and confidentiality.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as travel to remote sites is required.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a consultancy environment as Principal Designer, Client Adviser, Adviser to Principal Designer or general Health & Safety adviser.
• Hold relevant qualifications or professional membership; APS membership highly desirable.
• Knowledge of fire risk and asbestos risk management.
• Awareness of current health & safety legislation and ability to conduct audits.
• Strong core health and safety skills reflected in successful project delivery across various sectors.
• Understanding of traditional and modern procurement routes and construction contract suites.
• Knowledge of modern construction methods.
• Experience establishing good relationships with multiple clients.
• Understanding of design principles and related knowledge.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Consulting

Industries

• Construction, Building Construction, and Business Consulting and Services