Construction Area Supervisor

Millbank Holdings; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor for a major life sciences project in Scotland. This site-based role requires overseeing daily construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance. Ideal candidates have significant experience in large-scale construction projects and relevant trade qualifications. Opportunity to work with a committed team in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supervising construction on large-scale industrial or process projects.
• Strong knowledge of site safety practices.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities within your designated area.
• Coordinate subcontractors and resources to maintain progress against the schedule.
• Monitor site conditions and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of progress, issues, and actions.

Skills

Site safety practices

Construction supervision

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Trade-based qualification (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds)

CSCS Gold Card

SSSTS certification (SMSTS preferred)

Temporary works management (TWS certification)

Job description

Overview

Ready to take charge of construction activities on a major life sciences project?

Do you have proven experience supervising complex industrial builds?

Are you confident leading site operations to ensure safety, quality, and schedule compliance?

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor to join a leading engineering consultancy on a high-profile EPCM project in Ayrshire. This is a site-based role where you'll play a key part in coordinating daily activities, ensuring safe working practices, and driving progress across multiple disciplines.

The Role

We would also welcome applications from these industries: pharmaceuticals, chemicals, energy, oil & gas, and advanced manufacturing.

This role would suit candidates working in these roles: Construction Supervisor, Site Supervisor, Area Supervisor, General Foreman, Site Coordinator, Construction Lead, Field Supervisor, Site Manager, Works Supervisor, or Project Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities within your designated area, ensuring work is delivered safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate subcontractors and resources to maintain progress against the schedule, including short-term look-ahead planning.
• Monitor site conditions, temporary works, and plant to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessments, addressing any issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of progress, issues, and actions to support reporting and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Trade-based qualification (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds) and CSCS Gold Card as a minimum.
• SSSTS certification (SMSTS preferred) with strong knowledge of site safety practices.
• Significant experience supervising construction on large-scale industrial or process projects.
• Familiarity with temporary works management (TWS certification advantageous).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to manage multiple stakeholders on site.

How to Apply

Get in touch now. If you're seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience we are looking for, then apply now.

Equality and Accessibility

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.