Senior Solar Civil Site Supervisor

VGS RPO Services; Forfar; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

VGS RPO Services is recruiting a Solar Consultant (Civil) to supervise day-to-day civil and earthworks across site, coordinating subcontractors and site teams to deliver works on schedule.

The role requires 5+ years of site supervision in civil engineering, CSCS/CPCS/NPORS and SSSTS/SMSTS, with a hands-on approach in a live construction environment. £450-£500/day, 40-45h week, 6–12 month rolling contract.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a site supervision role within civil engineering or construction.
• Coordination of subcontractors and site teams to deliver civil works efficiently.
• Strong reading and interpretation of drawings, specs and method statements.
• Good knowledge of UK health and safety requirements on site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day civil and earthworks activities across site.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site teams and plant to ensure works are delivered efficiently.
• Monitor construction activities against drawings, specifications, method statements and programme requirements.
• Oversee earthworks, excavation, drainage, foundations, access roads and associated infrastructure works.
• Carry out regular site inspections and monitor workmanship and progress.
• Identify and resolve construction issues, escalating technical or programme concerns where required.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure RAMS and permit requirements are met.

Skills

site supervision

contractor management

civil engineering

reading construction drawings

Education

Civil engineering or related fields

SSSTS/SMSTS, CSCS/CPCS/NPORS or equivalent

Tools

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

VGS RPO Services is recruiting a Solar Consultant (Civil) to supervise day-to-day civil and earthworks across site, coordinating subcontractors and site teams to deliver works on schedule.

The role requires 5+ years of site supervision in civil engineering, CSCS/CPCS/NPORS and SSSTS/SMSTS, with a hands-on approach in a live construction environment. £450-£500/day, 40-45h week, 6–12 month rolling contract.