Highways Site Supervisor — Drainage Systems Lead

Morson Edge; Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a Site Supervisor to oversee civil engineering works from A30 Lee Mill to Ivybridge on a 12-month contract. You will manage day-to-day site operations, lead operatives and subcontractors, and ensure drainage installations meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, health and safety expertise, and the ability to coordinate risk assessments, method statements, and project documentation across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• CSCS Gold Card is essential.
• SSSTS and SMSTS certifications preferred.
• First Aid certificate required.
• Experience supervising civil engineering or drainage projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site teams and subcontractors on civil works.
• Ensure drainage systems (pipes, manholes, culverts, attenuation tanks) are installed safely and correctly.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Monitor site progress and report to senior management.
• Manage site documentation including RAMS, permits and daily records.
• Identify and resolve site issues to avoid delays.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and project stakeholders to meet requirements.

Skills

Drainage systems

Civil supervision

Leadership

H&S knowledge

Drawings interpretation

Stakeholder management

RAMS preparation

Job description

Morson Edge is seeking a Site Supervisor to oversee civil engineering works from A30 Lee Mill to Ivybridge on a 12-month contract. You will manage day-to-day site operations, lead operatives and subcontractors, and ensure drainage installations meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, health and safety expertise, and the ability to coordinate risk assessments, method statements, and project documentation across stakeholders.