Highways Site Supervisor

Advance TRS; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm in Halifax is looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee a major highways and public realm project aimed at enhancing walking and cycling infrastructure. The role requires a strong understanding of traffic management and the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams effectively. Responsibilities include site supervision, ensuring safety and quality, and managing subcontractors. Applicants should have proven experience in similar roles and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Supervisor within highways and/or public realm works.
• Strong understanding of traffic management and live environment projects.
• Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• SMSTS (or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day site supervision and coordination of works.
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification.
• Managing subcontractors and liaising with stakeholders.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality.
• Supporting delivery of social value elements within the scheme.

Skills

Site supervision

Traffic management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join a major highways and public realm scheme focused on regeneration and improving walking and cycling infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-profile project delivering long-term community benefits. We are ideally looking for someone with solid experience in highways, public realm, and active travel schemes (cycle paths, street works, etc.), though we may consider a more senior individual if they demonstrate strong experience and capability.

Project Overview

The scheme is centred around regeneration works to enhance walking and cycling routes, including the construction of new cycle paths and associated public realm improvements.

Key Works Include

• Temporary traffic management
• Coordination and assistance with statutory undertaker utility works
• Carriageway resurfacing and surface treatments
• Kerbing, footways, and cycleways
• Signal junction improvements and controlled crossings
• Signing and road markings
• Relocation of bus shelters
• Road lighting
• Landscaping and tree works
• Minor structures
• Arts and Culture package as part of social value delivery

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day site supervision and coordination of works
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification
• Managing subcontractors and liaising with stakeholders
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality
• Supporting delivery of social value elements within the scheme

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Supervisor within highways and/or public realm works
• Strong understanding of traffic management and live environment projects
• Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and stakeholders
• SMSTS (or equivalent) preferred
• Good communication and organisational skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status