Civils Supervisor

DITL Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company in the Chelmsford area is seeking a Civils Supervisor to oversee excavation and reinstatement projects across multiple sites. This role involves supervising works, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with stakeholders. Candidates should have prior experience in civil projects, relevant NRSWA certifications, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a company vehicle, pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid holiday

Training and development support

Company vehicle

Qualifications

• Experience supervising excavation and reinstatement projects.
• Knowledge of NRSWA and site-specific specifications.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise excavation and reinstatement works from start to completion.
• Ensure compliance with NRSWA and site specifications.
• Plan work activities and allocate resources.

Skills

Supervision of excavation and reinstatement projects

Traffic management

Stakeholder communication

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Basic IT skills

Education

Full NRSWA

NRSWA Supervisor certification

Job description

Chelmsford Area - Works between London & Colchester

Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum

Core hours: Monday to Friday, daytime

Company vehicle: Provided

Other benefits: Pension scheme, paid holiday, training and development support, uniform and PPE, overtime/shift premiums when applicable

Role Summary For Civils Supervisor

Supervise and deliver civils works on excavation and reinstatement projects across multiple sites, ensuring safe, compliant, on‑time delivery to specification. The role combines hands‑on supervision, quality control, traffic management coordination and stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities For Civils Supervisor

• Supervise excavation and reinstatement works from start to completion
• Ensure all work complies with NRSWA requirements and site‑specific specifications
• Plan daily work activities and allocate resources to meet programme targets
• Set up and manage traffic management arrangements and ensure safe site access/egress
• Carry out quality checks and sign off reinstatements and associated paperwork
• Monitor and enforce health, safety and environmental procedures on site
• Maintain accurate site records, timesheets, permits and handover documentation
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, local authorities and utility companies as required
• Coordinate plant, materials and deliveries; attend Longstanton yard on an ad hoc basis for equipment/material collection or technical meetings
• Mentor and coach operatives to improve standards and performance

Desirable Training And Skills

• Prior experience supervising excavation and reinstatement projects on highways/utility works
• Experience with traffic management design/implementation and permit processes
• Good knowledge of health & safety legislation and safe systems of work (e.g., RAMS)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to read drawings, materials specs and reinstatement standards
• Competent use of basic IT for reporting and documentatio

Personal Attributes

• Confident site leader with practical civils experience
• Detail focused and quality driven
• Able to prioritise, make decisions and solve site issues under pressure
• Reliable, flexible and willing to travel between sites and to Longstanton when required

Required Qualifications And Certifications

• Full NRSWA (essential)
• NRSWA Supervisor (or equivalent supervisory accreditation)

If you are interested in this role, wish to find out more or to apply, then please send us a copy of your cv

Rob Utilise Recruitment