Civil Site Supervisor

Streamline Search; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking an experienced Civil Site Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations on civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of site coordination, strong leadership skills, and a background in health and safety compliance. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000, long-term security, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Long-term secure role

Clear pathways to career progression

Potential for working away opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Supervisor or General Foreman within civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of civils operations, sequencing, and site coordination.
• Confident leading site teams and managing subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day‑to‑day site activities on civil engineering projects.
• Ensure works are delivered safely and to specification.
• Manage site operatives, subcontractors, plant, and materials.

Skills

Site supervision

Civil engineering

Health & safety compliance

Team management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

SMSTS or SSSTS

CSCS Card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Position: Civil Site Supervisor

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Dependent on Experience

Hours: 8.30 to 5.30, Monday to Friday

Annual Leave: 28 Days (incl. Bank Holidays)

Overview

Our client is a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering infrastructure and public realm works across Cumbria and the Northwest. Due to an increasing workload, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day operations on civil engineering schemes based in the North West.

This is a hands‑on role, ideal for someone who enjoys running sites safely, efficiently, and to a high standard, while working closely with site teams, subcontractors, and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day‑to‑day site activities on civil engineering projects
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification
• Manage site operatives, subcontractors, plant, and materials
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance
• Conduct site briefings, toolbox talks
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients, and stakeholders
• Monitor progress, report issues, and assist with short‑term planning
• Ensure accurate site records, permits, and documentation are maintained

Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required

• Proven experience as a Site Supervisor or General Foreman within civil engineering
• Strong knowledge of civils operations, sequencing, and site coordination
• Confident leading site teams and managing subcontractors
• Good understanding of health & safety legislation and best practice
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of site delivery
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• CSCS
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience managing teams/gangs

Package and Benefits

Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 Dependent on Experience

Long‑term secure role with a growing regional contractor

Clear pathways to career progression

Potential working away opportunities if interested