Highways Site Supervisor, Gloucestershire

WSP; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Gloucester is seeking a Site Supervisor to join the highways construction team on a major county contract. You will verify works against design and specification, and split time between site offices and construction sites.

Working under the NEC framework you will raise early warnings and notify defects, ensuring safety and quality while coordinating with the NEC Project Manager and client officers. The role offers a collaborative environment with experienced professionals on significant

Qualifications

• Knowledge of highways construction methodologies and site delivery.
• Clear communication with stakeholders and team members.
• Strong focus on health and safety on site and in documentation.
• Ability to verify work against design/specifications.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Verify that site works are delivered in accordance with design and specification.
• Collaborate with NEC Project Manager and client officers.
• Raise Early Warnings and notify Defects as needed under NEC framework.
• Support site supervision across construction sites or site offices in Gloucester.

Skills

Highways construction knowledge

Strong communication

Health and safety focus

Attention to detail

NEC Contracts familiarity

Job description

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A little more about your role…

You will join our Site Supervision team in Gloucester, right at the start of WSPs long-term professional services contract for Gloucestershire County Council (GCC).Under this collaborative contract we are based in the client’s office, directly support our client’s officers and share a set of delivery objectives. Your time will be split between working is Shire Hall, Gloucester, on construction sites or in site offices.

You will work within a team of established professionals with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the management of highways related construction in the county. You will be further supported by colleagues from across WSP who provide additional resources and specialist expertise to deliver high quality services.

GCC is committing considerable investment in maintaining and improving their highways network.This has increased in 2026 with additional investment in bridges and geotechnical programmes. In addition to the annual programme of construction projects, the Council has been very successful in securing Government and other funding to deliver active travel and major projects across the county. Your team is heavily involved in the construction of the Gloucestershire Cycle Spine which provides the challenge of working in some constrained city locations, and the upcoming M5 Junction 10 which is a £250m investment in infrastructure to support growth.

You will play a vital role by discharging the duties or Supervisor under the NEC Contract.You will use your construction knowledge to verify that work is delivered in accordance with the design and specification. You will work alongside the NEC Project Manager to notify Defects, raise Early Warnings and Compensation Events.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A good knowledge of highways construction methodology, either achieved through site operative experience or from a designer background.
• A mature and self-aware approach to achieving high standards of health and safety for yourself and others on, or affected by, construction sites. A sound understanding of the relevant legislation which you can communicate to others when required.
• A keen eye for detail, and the ability to work accurately and methodically to verify that construction work is delivered as designed, and meets the specification.
• Evidence of being a confident communicator with the ability to convey your point of view to a varied audience, and keep stakeholders and colleagues informed.
• Familiarity with the NEC Construction Contracts will be advantageous, but not essential.

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