Site Supervisor (Power)

SCOPE OF ROLE

To verse day-to-day operations on specifically assigned projects and/or work streams associated with Framework Contracts providing civil and cable installation services to the Electricity Supply Industry and key clients such as National Grid and Distribution Network Operators (DNO’s) predominately up to 132Kv, but also 275 and 400kv. To manage and ensure the efficient and economic use of resources, materials, transport, plant and equipment to its best potential.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsible for the management of an individual project or multiple contracts (number assigned will be subject to value, duration and complexity) and effective deployment of resources to ensure works are delivered incident free, in compliance with company policy and procedures, client specifications and standards, to programme and within budget. Continuous development of client and supply chain partner relationships and where identified implementation of cost effective innovations to the business. The role will require an active involvement in the tendering and estimation process and preparation of both tender and construction programmes requiring liaison with Estimators and Surveyors to provide operational and technical support in the compilation of bids and feasibility studies.

HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED

1. Manage all operational aspects of specific projects and activities ensuring that they are on time, within planned costs, to the specifications and drawings and profitable to the agreed standard.
2. Effectively manage customer and client relationships, playing an integral part in the preparation and presentation to the customer of the company’s technical and commercial benefits.
3. Work closely with the estimating team to contribute to the preparation of accurate project estimates and bid documentation, assisting in all relevant aspects of the company’s tender and post tender negotiations leading to the successful award of contracts for which bids have been made.
4. Attendance at pre and post tender meetings and providing feedback to Estimating Department.
5. Attendance at company and external Contract handover, progress review and operational meetings.
6. Ownership of assigned project and/or multiple contracts, responsible for ensuring contract administration in accordance with the company integrated management system (IMS) and contract terms and conditions.
7. Promotion and implementation of SQE policies and procedures.
8. Participation in delivery of site safety briefings and toolbox talks.
9. Completion of tender stage RAMS and method statements.
10. Ensure that all health safety quality and environmental requirements pertaining to the project are in place and monitored.
11. Encourage the reporting of near misses.
12. Regular site visits and progress review meetings with the designated site agents.
13. Identifying opportunities for introduction of new innovations and industry products.
14. To promote the services of JSM whilst carrying out your duties to assist in creating new business.
15. Work closely with the planning team to ensure successful planning of the sequence of the work, establishment of key dates and the workforce required by the project works.
16. Work with the commercial team on all contract related issues e.g., variations, interim progress applications for payment on account for the project works, negotiation and agreement of the project final amount, subcontractor accounts.
17. Monitor and ensure that the work of direct and subcontract resource is being carried out to specification and program, ensuring that defects are remedied and managed within the scope of the contract terms.
18. Enforce yellow and red card disciplinary procedure where applicable.
19. Attainment of relevant targets and business goals, maximizing contract profitability.
20. Production of reports, presentations and drawings/designs as required.
21. Any other appropriate duties as might require on a contract/project basis or required by senior management to meet the requirements of the business.
22. Participation in recruitment initiatives in conjunction with the operations director.
23. Operational and technical support to site agents, foremen, gangerman and operatives.
24. Weekly progress reports to assist in commercial management and financial reporting.

WHAT IT TAKES

1. A positive attitude.
2. To be an effective leader.
3. To be a competent manager.
4. Technically competent in power engineering.
5. Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Self-motivated but able to work as part of a team.
7. Good organisational and time-management skills.
8. Good negotiation skills and persuasiveness.
9. Confidence presenting to large groups of people i.e., safety briefings / bid presentations.
10. Trustworthiness and discretion when handling confidential information.
11. A smart appearance and professional manner at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. HNC/ONC in power engineering or equivalent (this qualification is not a necessity. However, it would be required for all new applicants applying for this position).
2. City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 in Electrical Installation works or equivalent (this qualification is not a necessity. However, it would be required for all new applicants applying for this position).
3. CITB or equivalent in site safety management.
4. CSCS Card for appropriate level of responsibility/competency.
5. Minimum 2 years’ experience in project supervisor position.
6. Minimum 7 years’ experience in electricity supply industry and construction of HV and EHV power cable systems up to 400kV and associated civil engineering works.
7. Competent in use of MS Word, Excel, Project and Office Outlook.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We truly value your work, time, and skills! In return, we will offer you a competitive salary and some additional benefits to support your professional growth, including:

• Participation in mentoring and coaching programmes.
• 28 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays).
• 2 paid volunteering days a year.
• Hybrid working pattern.
• Continuous training and development, in both technical and business skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, and to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. JSM Group operates a zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.