NEC Supervisor

Matchtech; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term project involvement

Flexible site/office working

Exposure to large civil works

Job summary

Matchtech seeks an experienced NEC Supervisor / Project Engineer to support delivery of a major UK infrastructure programme. The role is split between site and office, with regular attendance at project locations across the Midlands and South East.

Key duties include ensuring NEC contract compliance, reviewing ITPs, inspecting works, maintaining records, and coordinating with contractors, designers and stakeholders. NEC3 accreditation and a full UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as NEC Supervisor or Clerk of Works on major civil projects.
• Experience on major civil engineering, transportation or infrastructure schemes.
• NEC3 Supervisor Accreditation.
• Solid NEC contract administration and supervision responsibilities.
• Reviewing ITPs, design and construction drawings, QA and compliance processes.
• CDM 2015 knowledge and UK construction regulations.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to drive 4x4 on sites.

Responsibilities

• Undertake NEC Supervisor duties per NEC contract requirements.
• Monitor/inspect works to ensure compliance with specs and approvals.
• Review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Inspect completed works, identify defects and non-conformances.
• Maintain inspection records, reports and site documentation.
• Liaise with contractors, designers, project managers and stakeholders.
• Review drawings for compliance and constructability.
• Support health, safety, environmental and quality objectives.
• Ensure CDM 2015 compliance; attend site inspections and meetings.

Skills

NEC supervisor experience

Clerk of Works

Civil infrastructure

Quality assurance

Stakeholder management

CDM 2015 knowledge

Full UK driving licence

Education

NEC3 Supervisor Accreditation

Job description

NEC Supervisor / Project Engineer

Overview

We are seeking experienced NEC Supervisors / Project Engineers to support the delivery of a significant UK infrastructure programme. This is an exciting opportunity to work on major civil engineering works, ensuring construction activities are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, technical specifications, quality standards, and health & safety legislation.

The role combines both site and office-based working and requires regular attendance across project locations within the programme route.

Working Arrangements

Successful candidates will be assigned to one of several project sections across the Midlands and South East, with a requirement to:

• Attend designated site offices approximately 2 days per week
• Work from regional project offices as required, including locations such as:
  • Birmingham
  • London
  • Milton Keynes
  • Other project offices across the programme

Regular site visits and inspections will form a key part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake the duties of the NEC Supervisor in accordance with NEC contract requirements.
• Monitor and inspect construction works to ensure compliance with specifications, approved designs, and contractual obligations.
• Review and assess Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Inspect completed works and identify defects, non-conformances, and quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and site documentation.
• Liaise effectively with contractors, designers, project managers, and key stakeholders.
• Review design and construction drawings to confirm compliance and constructability.
• Monitor quality assurance processes throughout project delivery.
• Support project health, safety, environmental, and quality objectives.
• Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and relevant UK construction legislation.
• Attend site inspections, technical reviews, and project meetings as required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience working as either:
  • NEC Supervisor, and/or
  • Clerk of Works
• Experience working on major civil engineering, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• NEC3 Supervisor Accreditation.
• Strong understanding of NEC contract administration and supervision responsibilities.
• Demonstrable experience reviewing:
  • Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
  • Design drawings
  • Construction drawings
• Good understanding of quality assurance, inspection, and compliance processes.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 and UK construction regulations.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Comfortable driving 4x4 vehicles across active construction sites.
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following disciplines would be advantageous:

• Structures
• Rail
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Highways
• Utilities
• Drainage
• Landscaping
• Environmental Works

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure programmes.
• Long-term project involvement with a highly respected delivery team.
• Exposure to major multidisciplinary civil engineering works.
• Flexible combination of site, office, and project-based working.