At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise civil works on-site, ensuring safety and efficiency in water treatment projects.
- Company: Established UK infrastructure contractor with a focus on major projects.
- Benefits: Stable programme, opportunity for career development, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Work on live operational sites with excellent support and resources.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on essential water treatment upgrades.
- Qualifications: Experience in supervising civil works and relevant safety certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An established UK infrastructure contractor is seeking a Civil Site Supervisor to support delivery on a major water treatment upgrade project in London. Working under the Site Manager, you will provide on-the-ground supervision of civil works associated with the construction of a new Rapid Gravity Treatment Plant on an operational clean water treatment site.
The Role
This is a practical, site-based role focused on the day-to-day supervision of civil works, ensuring the workforce and subcontractors are working safely, to programme and to the correct specification. You will be a key point of contact on the ground, supporting the Site Manager with progress reporting and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise civil works on site, directing the workforce and subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient delivery
- Monitor progress against programme and report updates to the Site Manager
- Carry out regular toolbox talks, site inductions and safety briefings
- Ensure all operatives are working to current RAMS, Permit to Work systems and site rules
- Conduct daily H&S inspections and assist with CDM compliance on site
- Check works are being carried out in line with the latest drawings and specifications
- Maintain accurate site diaries and records of works, resources and activities
- Assist with material take-offs, deliveries and reconciliation
- Liaise with the Site Manager and design team to resolve on-site technical queries
- Support quality control procedures and ensure defects are identified and rectified promptly
- Monitor subcontractor performance and escalate issues where required
Requirements
Essential qualifications & certifications:
- SSSTS (or working towards SMSTS)
- CSCS Supervisory card
- EUSR National Water Hygiene
- First Aid at Work
- Fire Marshal
Skills & experience:
- Proven experience supervising civil works on infrastructure or utilities projects
- Sound understanding of CDM 2015 and site H&S requirements
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and method statements
- Experience working on water or wastewater treatment sites is highly desirable
- Familiarity with NEC contract environments an advantage
- Good communicator with the ability to direct and motivate site operatives
- Organised and methodical approach to record keeping and site administration
- Comfortable working on live operational sites with strict access and hygiene controls
What's on Offer
You will be joining a well-resourced project team delivering within a major AMP8 water framework at a time of significant sector investment. The role offers a stable programme and the opportunity to develop your supervisory experience on a technically interesting water treatment scheme.
Interested? Send us your CV and we'll be in touch promptly to discuss the opportunity in confidence.
Works Supervisor/ Site Supervisor in London employer: Alexander Associates Technical Resources
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor in Glasgow, where you will be part of a dynamic Engineering Design Team dedicated to delivering innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through mentorship and knowledge sharing, ensuring that you can develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects that impact communities. With a commitment to quality and compliance, this role offers the chance to work on significant engineering challenges in a supportive environment, making it an excellent employer for those seeking rewarding careers in civil engineering.
Contact Details:
Alexander Associates Technical Resources Recruitment Team
