Highway Supervisor

Carrington West; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading highways contractor is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee various highway reconstruction and drainage schemes in Chelmsford. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in highways or civil engineering and proven supervisory experience. The role offers a salary of up to £40,000 plus benefits, focusing on delivering projects safely and efficiently.

Benefits

Generous sick pay scheme

Life assurance & pension plan

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Access to exclusive discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• A background in construction, ideally highways or civil engineering.
• Proven experience supervising construction sites.
• Experience in traffic management and/or carriageway construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise allocated site works across highways schemes.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Enforce compliance with Health & Safety regulations and CDM requirements.

Skills

Construction background

Supervising construction sites

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Site Supervisor - Highways
Salary: Up to £40,000 + Benefits
Location: Chelmsford (covering Essex)
Contract Type: Permanent

We're working with a leading highways contractor who are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join their Major Schemes team in Chelmsford. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in highways or civil engineering to take ownership of projects that make a real difference across the Essex network. As Site Supervisor, you'll oversee subcontractors on a variety of highway reconstruction and drainage schemes, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. You'll play a key role in maintaining site records, driving compliance, and promoting best practice in health, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise allocated site works across highways schemes
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
• Enforce compliance with Health & Safety regulations and CDM requirements
• Review and monitor Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and COSHH documentation
• Uphold company standards in quality, safety, and environmental procedures

Experience / Qualifications

• A background in construction, ideally highways or civil engineering
• Proven experience supervising construction sites
• Knowledge of working around underground services
• Experience in traffic management and/or carriageway construction (preferred)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage subcontractors and drive performance

Benefits

• Generous sick pay scheme
• Life assurance & pension plan
• Option to purchase up to 5 days' additional annual leave
• Access to exclusive discounts on restaurants, holidays, and days out
• Employee Assistance Programme

If you believe you are technically suited to this role but the salary, location, or seniority isn't an exact match, we still encourage you to share your CV with us. We frequently recruit for similar positions across the UK at all levels and are always happy to discuss your career situation confidentially. Even if you are currently happy in your role, we welcome conversations with Highways, Infrastructure, and Transportation professionals who wish to introduce themselves for future opportunities.

Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest-growing in the country, with a specialist team boasting over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, please contact Patrick Gray at Carrington West on 02393 876069 or submit your CV to [e-mail]. By applying for this position, you consent to Carrington West holding and processing your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your information will be shared with relevant third-party clients connected to the roles you apply for. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.