Engineering & Construction Contract (ECC) Supervisor (Wastewater Delivery)

Southern Water; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to oversee quality assurance on construction projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards while guiding junior staff. The ideal candidate will have NEC4 Contract Management expertise and a background in Civil or Process Engineering. The position offers competitive salary and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension

25 days annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Discounts with over 800 retailers

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in NEC4 Contract Management essential.
• Valid NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification required.
• Proven experience in construction management and contractor supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and security on-site.
• Manage construction inspections and defect resolution.
• Support commissioning activities.

Skills

NEC4 Contract Management

Health & Safety Standards

Construction Management

Defect Resolution

Team Leadership

Education

HNC in Civil or Process Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about driving excellence in construction? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where safety, quality, and innovation come together? Southern Water is looking for a Quality Assurance Supervisor to be the eyes and ears on-site, ensuring our infrastructure projects meet the highest standards under the NEC Contract.

Job Overview

As a key player in our construction delivery team, you'll lead quality assurance across major infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. Supervise our Delivery Partners (DPs & SDPs) to ensure work meets the Works Information and safety regulations. Champion a "right first time" approach, witnessing critical construction hold points and commissioning tests. Provide expert guidance and mentoring to junior team members and drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance delivery processes.

Responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring health, safety, and security on-site
• Managing construction inspections and defect resolution
• Solving pre-construction and on-site challenges
• Supporting commissioning activities
• Assisting delivery teams and reporting

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in NEC4 Contract Management, with a thorough understanding of the Supervisor duties outlined within the contract. They will hold a background in Civil or Process Engineering, qualified to HNC level or above, and have proven experience in construction management and contractor supervision. A valid NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification is essential, alongside familiarity with key industry standards and regulations including CDM, CESWI, WIMES, and Regulation 31 requirements.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. You will need to provide evidence of eligibility (e.g. a passport or long birth certificate and proof of NI) and current proof of address (dated within the last 3 months), will be required as part of the recruitment process.

Working Arrangements

This role will be full time Monday to Friday 37 hours a week. Southern Water operate a hybrid approach to working between our Durrington office and home.

Salary and Benefits

We are offering a salary of up to TBC per annum depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including:

• Company and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance equal to 4x salary
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
• Health Cash Plan
• Full funded eye tests
• Two paid volunteering days a year
• Occupational health service
• Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
• Digital GP service