Contracts Supervisor

Breedon Group plc; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary

25 days leave + 10 bank holidays

Contributory pension

Employee assistance programme

Career development through Apprentices

Make a difference day

Life assurance

Bike to Work scheme

Share save scheme

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is recruiting a Contracts Supervisor for its Northern Ireland operations, based at Lisburn. You will oversee day-to-day planning, coordination and supervision of surfacing and civils works under the DFI framework, ensuring safe delivery on time and within budget.

You will collaborate with the Contracts Manager, site teams, subcontractors and corporate functions to drive performance. The role requires supervisory experience in surfacing/roads, strong planning and leadership, and

Qualifications

• Experience supervising surfacing/highways projects.
• Strong planning, coordination and communication skills.
• Understanding of safety and quality requirements in construction.
• Two years’ supervisory experience in surfacing/road sector.

Responsibilities

• Plan, program and supervise day-to-day surfacing and civils works with the Contracts Manager.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, materials and resources.
• Lead site teams and promote clear communication and teamwork.
• Ensure works are completed safely and in line with procedures and contract requirements.
• Support monthly cost reviews and contract cost control.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Surfacing/Highways

Site coordination

Health & Safety

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Commercial awareness

Education

Civil Engineering degree (advantage)

Job description

Contracts Supervisor

Application Deadline: 18 September 2026

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Temple Quarry, 26 Ballycarngannon Road, Lisburn, Co. Antrim

Description

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Contracts Supervisor to join our team and support the delivery of Breedon’s DFI framework contracts across Northern Ireland.

This is a hands‑on operational role where you’ll take responsibility for the day‑to‑day planning, coordination and supervision of surfacing and associated works. You’ll work closely with our Contracts Manager, site teams, subcontractors and wider operational functions to make sure works are delivered safely, efficiently, to the required quality, on programme and within budget.

It’s a role with plenty of variety and responsibility. One day you could be planning upcoming works and coordinating labour, plant and materials; the next you may be resolving an issue on site, meeting with a client or reviewing contract performance with the wider team.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll play an important role in keeping our contracts running smoothly from both an operational and commercial perspective.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning, programming and supervising day‑to‑day surfacing and civils works alongside the Contracts Manager.
• Coordinating labour, subcontractors, plant, materials and other resources required to deliver works effectively.
• Leading and supporting site‑based teams, setting clear expectations and promoting strong communication and teamwork.
• Ensuring works are completed safely and in line with Breedon procedures, relevant legislation and contract requirements.
• Monitoring the quality of workmanship and materials to ensure consistently high standards.
• Carrying out site inspections and ensuring the required safety, quality and operational records are completed and maintained.
• Identifying and resolving operational problems quickly, escalating issues where required.
• Monitoring the use of labour, plant and materials to ensure resources are being used efficiently.
• Supporting the measurement, valuation and invoicing of completed works.
• Assisting with monthly cost reviews, subcontractor payments and wider contract cost control.
• Maintaining accurate records to support valuations, cost management and final accounts.
• Liaising directly with customers and clients and representing Breedon at site, progress and contract meetings when required.
• Working closely with colleagues across Asphalt, Quarrying, Technical, Health & Safety, Quality, HR and Finance to support successful contract delivery.

What we’re looking for

You’ll ideally have experience within surfacing, highways, road construction or road maintenance, along with a good understanding of how site‑based works are planned and delivered.

We’re particularly interested in candidates who have:

• At least two years’ supervisory experience within the surfacing, highways or road construction/maintenance sector.
• Experience managing site‑based teams and coordinating subcontractors.
• Good knowledge of relevant materials, plant, specifications and construction methods.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety and quality requirements within a construction or highways environment.
• Strong planning, organisational and communication skills.
• The confidence to make decisions and solve problems in a fast‑moving site environment.
• Good commercial awareness, including an understanding of cost control and contract performance.

A third‑level qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous, but it isn’t essential. If you have strong, relevant industry experience, we’d be equally interested in hearing from you.

The kind of person who will thrive in this role

You’ll be someone who enjoys taking ownership and making things happen.

You’ll be comfortable working independently, managing changing priorities and balancing the needs of the customer with safety, quality, programme and commercial requirements.

Most importantly, you’ll be a strong communicator and team player who can build positive working relationships with site teams, customers, subcontractors and colleagues across the wider Breedon business.

If you have experience delivering surfacing or highways works and are ready to take on a role with real operational responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Benefits

• Attractive salary
• Time to recharge with 25 days leave –plus 10 Bank Holidays
• Invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• We’ve got your back with our employee assistance programme.
• Ongoing career and personal development through our Apprenticeships and other talent programmes
• Give back to your community with our “Make a difference day”.
• Peace of mind with our life assurance.
• If you’re cycling, we’ve got you covered on the Bike to Work scheme
• Save and share through our “Share save scheme”.