Site Supervisor (Civil Engineering)

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering company is seeking a Site Supervisor for road surfacing projects in the North West. You will oversee site operations, manage crews, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in road surfacing, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Overtime allowances

Company vehicle or allowance

Pension scheme

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in road surfacing or civil engineering works.
• Strong knowledge of surfacing plant, equipment, and materials.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations for road surfacing projects.
• Ensure work is completed to agreed technical standards and deadlines.
• Enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Act as the main point of contact between site and project management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of surfacing techniques

Organizational skills

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS certification

CSCS card (Supervisory level)

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Surfacing plant and equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:

Site Supervisor (Road Surfacing)

Location:

North West

Salary:

£45k - £50k

Industry:

Civil Engineering

Job Overview:

The Road Surfacing Site Supervisor will oversee day-to-day site operations for road surfacing and associated works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to specification, and within budget. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of surfacing techniques, plants, and materials.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Management

Supervise and coordinate surfacing crews, plant operators, and subcontractors.

Manage daily work schedules, resource allocation, and site logistics.

Ensure work is completed to agreed technical standards, quality specifications, and deadlines.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Enforce compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

Report and investigate near misses, incidents, and non-compliance issues.

Quality Control

Monitor surfacing quality, compaction levels, line and level tolerances.

Liaise with laboratory technicians for material testing and results.

Address defects and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.

Communication & Coordination

Act as the main point of contact between the site and project management team.

Coordinate with suppliers, clients, and local authorities as needed.

Prepare and submit daily site reports, progress updates, and as-built records.

Cost & Resource Management

Monitor material usage, plant hours, and labour costs.

Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality

Requirements:

Proven experience in road surfacing or civil engineering works.

Strong knowledge of surfacing plant, equipment, and materials.

SSSTS or SMSTS certification.

CSCS card (Supervisory level ).

Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with all stakeholders.

Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Competitive salary package.

Overtime allowances.

Company vehicle or allowance.

Pension scheme.

Training and career development opportunities.

If you are interested in applying for this position and would like to learn more, send your CV in confidence to the team here at YCR, and we will be in touch shortly.

Job Title:

Site Supervisor (Road Surfacing)

Location:

North West

Salary:

£45k - £50k

Industry:

Civil Engineering