Site Supervisor (Civils & Groundworks)

Pertemps TM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor based in Exeter is seeking a Site Supervisor to manage site operations for civil and groundworks projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience with safety compliance, and proven abilities in coordinating site activities. This role offers a negotiable day rate and focuses on local projects with minimal travel. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Stable local projects

Clear progression

Funded training/certifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site Supervisor or General Foreman with civils/groundworks.
• Confident with RAMS and permits.
• Competent with programmes and accurate site records.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Run site operations to programme and budget.
• Lead HSE on site including inductions and audits.
• Coordinate subcontractors, tools, and materials.
• Produce progress reports and maintain site records.
• Drive quality inspections and documentation.

Skills

Strong safety leadership

Site compliance (CDM)

Coordination skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

SMSTS or SSSTS

First Aid at Work

Tools

CSCS

NRSWA / Streetworks

NPORS / CPCS (dumper / roller / excavator)

Job description

Site Supervisor (Civils & Groundworks)

Location: Exeter, Devon (on-site across Exeter & wider Devon)

Type: Contract CIS Day rate neg.

About the role

We’re a growing civil engineering & groundworks contractor delivering roads, drainage, utilities and infrastructure for housing and public‑sector schemes. We’re looking for a hands‑on Site Supervisor (General Foreman level) to lead day‑to‑day delivery, safety, quality and programme on multiple packages.

What you’ll do

• Run site operations to programme, spec and budget
• Lead HSE on site: inductions, briefings, RAMS, permits, inspections & audits
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and materials; raise and resolve site issues quickly
• Produce short‑term lookaheads, progress reports and maintain accurate site records
• Drive quality: ITPs, inspections, NCRs, as‑builts and handover documentation
• Liaise with PM / Engineer, client and stakeholders to keep works moving

About you

• Proven Site Supervisor / General Foreman with civils / groundworks experience (housing infrastructure, drainage, highways, utilities)
• Strong safety leadership; confident with RAMS / permits and site compliance (CDM)
Solid coordination, communication and problem‑solving skills
• Competent with programmes, reporting and site records
• Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle

Qualifications & tickets

• SMSTS (or SSSTS), CSCS
• First Aid at Work
• Temporary Works (AP / Supervisor) advantageous
• NRSWA / Streetworks, NPORS / CPCS (dumper / roller / excavator) desirable

What’s on offer

• rate negotiable – depending on experience
• Stable local projects around Exeter / Devon (minimal nights / away work)
• Clear progression and funded training / certifications

How to apply

Send your CV (or a brief career summary) to [Hiring Manager / Recruiter Name] at [email / phone] with subject “Site Supervisor – Exeter”. All applications handled in confidence.