Site Supervisor

UNITED KINGDOM; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the UK is seeking a Site Supervisor to manage the efficient delivery of projects across the North. Responsibilities include overseeing site operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing subcontractors. The ideal candidate should hold relevant civil engineering qualifications and possess hands-on construction experience. The role offers a salary of £44,000 - £50,000 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package including pension contributions and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme with up to 10% contributions

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working scheme

Opportunities for funded professional qualification

Employee benefits portal with discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified civils/highways professional with relevant qualifications.
• Working knowledge of health & safety.
• Ability to manage crews and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage safe & efficient delivery of direct and subcontracted works.
• Prepare method statements and RAMS.
• Enforce health and safety and Principal Contractor duties.

Skills

HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent NVQ

CSCS card with FISS accreditation

SSSTS/SMSTS/NRSWA (or equivalent) certification

Experience with NEC4 contracts

Hands-on civil engineering or construction experience

Education

HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent NVQ

Job description

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

Purpose of the Role

As Site Supervisor you will be based on various projects across the North of the UK managing the safe & efficient delivery of direct and subcontracted works. You will ensure all reporting requirements and management of the client's expectations & contractual requirements are met.

The Site Supervisor will also comply to quality procedures and safe working practices, ensuring the highest possible health, safety and environmental standards are achieved, and safeguarding the wellbeing of employees.

Main Responsibilities

We are seeking a hands‑on Construction Supervisor to support pre‑construction tender preparation (bid writing, programmes, narratives and take‑offs), lead day‑to‑day site operations and ensure quality delivery to clients; responsibilities include preparing method statements and RAMS, enforcing health and safety and Principal Contractor duties, coordinating crews and subcontractors, liaising with the Site Manager, clients and third parties, managing risk and performance against programme and forecast, supervising installations and testing to manufacturers’ instructions (including VRS and foundation works), organising plant and personnel, completing H&S paperwork on completion, and driving continuous improvement and training across the team.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a qualified civils/highways professional with an HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent NVQ, CSCS card with FISS accreditation, SSSTS/SMSTS/NRSWA (or equivalent) certification, working knowledge of health & safety and experience with NEC4 contracts.

The Site Supervisor should hold a full UK driving licence; you should have hands‑on civil engineering or construction experience (ideally including VRS and high‑speed road networks), knowledge of specifications and testing regimes, the ability to produce and explain accurate plans and drawings, people management abilities, organisational and time‑management skills, the confidence to challenge designs and resolve problems, and a self‑driven, customer‑focused approach.

Package Description

Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:

• A salary of £44,000 - £50,000 per annum
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Ongoing personal/professional development
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.