Site Supervisor

Taylor Woodrow; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Woodrow is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor for a major embankment stabilisation project on the Great Western Main Line in Sonning, Reading. This permanent role offers the chance to contribute to a high-value infrastructure scheme valued at approximately £40 million and to lead site teams to deliver safely and to exacting standards.

The role runs for about 3 to 4 years with a focus on safety, efficiency, and adherence to project specifications.

Qualifications

• CSCS Gold Card is essential for site access and safety.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification demonstrating site supervisory competence.
• COSS (Controller of Site Safety) ticket required.
• Proven experience supervising highways or civil engineering schemes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site operations and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Coordinate and manage site teams, subcontractors, and resources effectively.
• Monitor progress against plans and report on performance.
• Ensure all works meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Support on-time delivery and budget adherence for the works.
• Maintain clear and proactive communication with project stakeholders.
• Promote a positive safety culture across the site.
• Ensure site activities follow prescribed procedures and project requirements.

Skills

CSCS Gold Card

SSSTS/SMSTS

COSS

Site supervision (highways/civil)

Leadership & communication

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join Taylor Woodrow on a major embankment stabilisation project located in Sonning, Reading, on the Great Western Main Line. This is a permanent opportunity offering the chance to contribute to a significant infrastructure scheme valued at approximately £40 million.

We are looking for a motivated and safety-focused professional to play a key role in the successful delivery of this long-term project, which is expected to run for approximately 3 to 4 years. The successful candidate will work alongside project teams to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise site operations and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Coordinate and manage site teams, subcontractors, and resources effectively.
• Monitor project progress against agreed plans and report on performance.
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with project specifications.
• Support the delivery of works on time and within budget requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders.
• Promote and uphold a positive safety culture across the site.
• Ensure site activities are carried out in line with relevant procedures and project requirements.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• CSCS Gold Card.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• COSS (Controller of Site Safety) ticket.
• Proven experience supervising highways or civil engineering projects.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Location: Sonning, Reading (Great Western Main Line)
• Project Value: Approximately £40 million
• Duration: Approximately 3 to 4 years
• Employment Type: Permanent

If you are an experienced Site Supervisor with a strong background in highways or civil engineering projects and are looking to join a major long-term infrastructure project, we would welcome your application.