Construction Supervisor

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in the construction sector is seeking a Site Supervisor for a project in Glasgow. The role involves planning and coordinating site activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while managing stakeholder relations and sub-contractors. Successful candidates will demonstrate significant experience in site management and a solid understanding of related processes to achieve project goals.

Qualifications

• Expertise in HSE, Environment, Quality Assurance & Control, Installation Works.
• Basic knowledge of Commissioning and Civil Works.

Responsibilities

• Plans on-site project activities with Site Manager.
• Coordinates on-site activities ensuring contract specifications and safety.
• Manages on-site sub-contractors to meet quality and progress standards.

Skills

Site Management

Health and Safety

Quality Assurance

Stakeholder Relations

Education

Several years of experience as a Site Supervisor

Job description

Main Accountabilities:

1. Site Planning: Plans on-site project activities related to the assigned discipline with the Site Manager or Site Construction Manager, including necessary local resources, equipment, and milestones. Coordinates agreement between customer and external resources on installation/construction targets, health and safety requirements, site organization, and policy.
2. Site Coordination and Monitoring: Responsible for coordinating all on-site activities related to the assigned discipline, from receiving the site area from the customer or Project Manager to handover. Ensures successful execution of start-up, installation/construction, erection, testing, and commissioning activities in alignment with contract specifications, quality standards, schedule, and safety requirements.
3. Stakeholder Relations: Builds and maintains effective relationships with customers and other local organizations, serving as a project representative.
4. Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Project Security: Ensures a detailed and up-to-date construction H&S plan is in place for each work package, compliant with company policies. Promotes health and safety considerations among project partners and is empowered to suspend activities in case of violations, taking necessary steps to mitigate risks.
5. Equipment and Material Handling: Ensures correct handling, storage, and installation of equipment, coordinating storage and shipment logistics to secure timely delivery.
6. Sub-contractors Management: Manages on-site sub-contractors hired by ABB to ensure quality and progress meet standards and delivery timelines.
7. Site Cost Management: Monitors project site costs against forecasts, manages petty cash, and has delegated authority for local purchasing within limits.
8. Documentation: Maintains and updates all project documentation, ensuring the latest revisions are used on-site.
9. People Leadership and Development: Organizes, staffs, and directs the team, providing guidance, motivation, and development for team members. Coordinates local accommodation, site facilities, and office equipment.

Summary: Supervises a team in executing tasks within an assigned area, ensuring proper work coordination and performance reviews. Requires several years of experience as a Site Supervisor, with expertise in Site Management, HSE, Environment, Quality Assurance & Control, Installation Works, and basic knowledge of Commissioning and Civil Works.