Site Supervisor

Matchtech; London; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Site Supervisor to support highway investigations, improvement works and road renewal schemes. You will work with the Construction Manager to oversee day-to-day delivery, ensure safety, quality and programme milestones.

The role requires experience in highways construction, NEC3 contract knowledge, and strong coordination with designers, contractors and authorities. A valid driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in highways construction.
• Knowledge of NEC3 contracts and CVIs.
• Working knowledge of the Specification for Highway Works.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple contractors and concurrent work activities.
• Strong organisational, planning, and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Good understanding of Chapter 8 requirements and traffic management practices.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Construction Phase Plans.
• Monitor works programmes and liaise with contractors, clients, and local authorities to ensure milestones are achieved.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with designers, contractors, stakeholders, and clients.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous site records, including photographs and labour resources.
• Manage permit-to-work and other approvals in line with Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
• Ensure schemes are delivered in accordance with designs, specs, and quality standards.
• Carry out daily inspections of traffic management arrangements and address issues.
• Provide site information to Quantity Surveyor for EWNs and CEs.
• Produce as-built records and post-construction information for Health & Safety File.

Skills

Highways construction

NEC3 contracts

Highways specification

Contractor management

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Chapter 8 traffic management

Job description

Site Supervisor

Job Purpose

To support the Construction Manager and/or Projects Delivery Manager in the day-to-day management and delivery of highway investigations, improvement works, and road renewal schemes.

Key Accountabilities

• Review and approve Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Construction Phase Plans.
• Monitor works programmes and liaise with contractors, clients, and local authorities to ensure programme milestones and completion dates are achieved.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with designers, contractors, stakeholders, and clients.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous daily site records, including photographs, plant utilisation, and labour resources.
• Manage permit-to-work, permit-to-dig, and other approval processes in accordance with company Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
• Ensure all permit conditions are maintained and adhered to throughout project delivery.
• Assist in resolving site and construction issues, communicating any changes to the Scheme Engineer, Designer, and Quantity Surveyor as required.
• Ensure schemes are delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor workforce compliance with health, safety, environmental requirements, and site rules.
• Carry out daily inspections of traffic management (TM) arrangements and address any issues identified.
• Produce and maintain site documentation, ensuring site inductions, POWRAs, and daily briefings are completed and recorded.
• Complete weekly site safety inspections and participate in regular safety meetings.
• Provide detailed site information to the Quantity Surveyor to support the preparation of Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and Compensation Events (CEs).
• Prepare and provide as-built records and post-construction information to support completion of the Health & Safety File.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in highways construction.
• Knowledge of NEC3 contracts, including the administration of Compensation Events and Contractual Variation Instructions (CVIs).
• Working knowledge of the Specification for Highway Works.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple contractors and concurrent work activities.
• Strong organisational, planning, and communication skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Good understanding of Chapter 8 requirements and traffic management practices.

Desirable

• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) qualification.
• Experience working on local authority or highway framework contracts.
• Strong understanding of construction health, safety, and environmental management systems.

Key Competencies

• Stakeholder management
• Planning and organisation
• Problem solving and decision making
• Health and safety leadership
• Quality and compliance management
• Communication and reporting
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Attention to detail