Site Manager

Claret Civil Engineering Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Equal opportunity employer

Armed Forces-friendly

Job summary

Claret Civil Engineering Ltd is seeking a Site Supervisor to lead on-site activities at Bury St Edmunds. You will plan and coordinate labour, plant and materials, ensuring tasks meet safety and quality standards while managing subcontractors and site teams.

The role requires SMSTS, Gold Card and UK driving licence, with a competitive salary based on experience and a supportive, equal-opportunity workplace.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3/4 site supervision or equivalent qualification required.
• SMSTS and Gold Card holders preferred.
• First Aid certificate and EUSR water hygiene beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise site work and activities.
• Monitor progress and report to ensure client standards are met.
• Manage workers, resources, and equipment on site.
• Ensure correct construction methods and quality standards.
• Coordinate site operations with subcontractors and traffic management.
• Prepare RAMS and ensure health and safety procedures are followed.
• Submit required paperwork and maintain records on time.
• Promote health, safety and environmental practices on site.

Skills

Site supervision

HSE awareness

Staff management

Communication

Education

NVQ level 3/4 site supervision

SMSTS

Gold Card

First Aid (3 Day)

EUSR water hygiene

Job description

Department

Claret

Location

Bury St Edmunds

Description

• Plan and organise site work and activities.
• Monitor project progress and report to ensure work meets client standards.
• Make sure teams work efficiently and complete tasks on time.
• Ensure the correct construction methods and quality standards are followed.
• Manage workers, materials, plant, and equipment on site.
• Arrange and mobilise necessary resources (labour, plant, materials).
• Monitor project costs including labour, purchases, and equipment hire.
• Coordinate site operations including labour, plant, materials, traffic management, and subcontractors.
• Plan ahead to ensure resources are available for upcoming work.
• Respond quickly to client emergencies or urgent requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow company and client policies, procedures, and documents.
• Help improve systems to meet project needs.
• Submit weekly timesheets, vehicle logs, and plant logs.
• Complete required paperwork and electronic records on time.
• Inform the company immediately about any absence.

Health, Safety and Environmental

• Ensure health, safety, quality, and environmental standards are followed on site.
• Complete all required health and safety documents on time.
• Organise work to reduce risks to people, equipment, materials, and the environment.
• Brief workers and subcontractors on their duties, safe working methods, and emergency procedures.
• Promote health and safety awareness on site.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors’ activities.
• Ensure workers are trained and understand workplace hazards.
• Carry out regular site and equipment safety inspections.
• Make sure safety rules are followed and PPE is worn.
• Report any safety or environmental issues immediately.
• Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Vehicles

• Follow the company vehicle policy.
• Keep vehicles stocked with necessary tools and equipment.
• Carry out monthly vehicle and plant inspections.
• Take and submit required site photographs.
• Keep vehicles and equipment in good condition.
• Complete safety checks and equipment audits.
• Report any vehicle or equipment faults immediately.

Staff Management

• Manage team members’ daily work, holidays, and absences.
• Delegate tasks effectively.
• Supervise workers and subcontractors on site.
• Keep staff motivated and maintain good teamwork.
• Support staff improvement through guidance, coaching, and mentoring.
• Identify and recommend training needs for team members.

General

• Communicate and work with colleagues when required.
• Attend internal and external meetings when needed.
• Complete any required job-related training and development.
• Provide general support to the business when required.Carry out other duties related to the role.
• Follow GDPR rules and keep sensitive data secure.

Experience and Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or 4 site supervision
• SMSTS
• Gold Card (black preferred)
• 3 Day First Aid
• EUSR water hygiene
• Confined Spaces (desirable)
• Temporary works supervisor
• Full UK driving licence

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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