Civil Site Supervisor

Vinci; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in England is seeking a skilled Civil Site Supervisor. The role demands a robust technical background to ensure project compliance and safety. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors and maintaining documentation to meet high-quality standards. Candidates should possess a civil engineering degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant site experience. Training is provided, and applicants should demonstrate values of teamwork, trust, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience working on sites operating from 132kV to 400kV.
• Strong understanding of drawing management and interpretation.
• Computer literacy in line with Omexom systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical competence of project output and compliance with plans.
• Oversee civil subcontractors and manage site safety.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Skills

Technical Problem Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Planning and Procurement

Education

Relevant Civil Engineering Degree

Completion of Omexom Supervisor's Course

Tools

Engineering Surveying Equipment (Leica, Topcon, Trimble)

Computer/Tablets

Job description

The Civil Site Supervisor is responsible for the technical aspects of the construction project. The role ensures technical competence of the final project output, delivered to the quality standards outlined in the inspection and test plans produced by the Site Engineer. Key duties include setting out, checking the quality of others' setting out, checking trade contractor output, surveying structures/buildings/infrastructure, and installing primary and secondary controls for setting out and surveying. The role also includes overseeing civil subcontractors, managing site safety, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring project delivery meets relevant scopes of work, contract design, specifications, and regulations. The Civil Site Supervisor will have temporary works experience, particularly as a Temporary Works Coordinator, working to BS 5975, producing design briefs, and managing the temporary works schedule. Knowledge of scaffolding, cofferdams, drainage, trench boxes, manhole boxes, sheet piles, access tracks, structural RC works, drainage, highways, and installation of EHV ducting is beneficial (training provided).

• Set up primary and secondary control using fixed benchmarks, reflective targets, prisms, and adhesive targets.
• Use engineering surveying equipment such as Leica, Topcon, Trimble, etc.
• GPS experience beneficial (but not relied upon).
• Use an engineer's level and staff to undertake level surveys.
• Produce surveys and coordinates (X, Y, Z) in paper, digital, and model formats.

Quality Control

• Interpret drawings and specifications to confirm works comply with inspection and test plans.
• Question and challenge contractor quality where required.
• Issue Non-Conformance Reports when standards are not met.

Coordination

• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, local authorities, and internal teams to ensure works meet design and specification requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate project records, including drawings, reports, and site documentation.

Key Interfaces Relationships with key stakeholders

• Site Manager, Site Engineers, Electrical Site Supervisor, Site Operatives, Apprentices
• Subcontractors
• Local stakeholders, third parties, landowners
• Project Team (Safety and Design)
• Project Manager
• Client's nominated representatives

A strong technical background is required, with experience in problem solving, communication, and holding a relevant civil engineering degree. Minimum 4 years' experience working on sites operating from 132kV to 400kV and completion of the Omexom Supervisor's Course.

Must also possess:

• Basic reading, writing, and maths skills
• Relevant accreditations for the role
• Good understanding of drawings and documents
• Required level of training, experience & qualifications as outlined by Omexom
• Computer literacy in line with Omexom systems
• Commercial awareness
• Knowledge of substation health & safety procedures
• SSSTS
• CSCS

Required skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Ability to take and deliver instructions safely
• Ability to plan, check, and procure materials to maintain progress
• Basic understanding of major substation plant and equipment
• High attention to detail
• Knowledge of drawing management
• Ability to understand and interpret RAMS, drawings, and safety documents
• Appropriate competence, training, and experience to carry out required tasks
• Strong computer/tablet literacy
• Ability to manage personal and team training needs

Values In line with Omexom's values, the jobholder must demonstrate: Team Spirit & Generosity - works effectively within and contributes to the Omexom team to deliver results and support others. Trust & Empowerment - manages responsibilities independently to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally. Integrity & Responsibility - takes ownership of duties and delivers high-quality outcomes.