Supervisor jobs in Regno Unito

The role will report to the Contracts Manager and/or Project Manager and be responsible for the management of the on-site programme in respect of delivery, workmanship and safety, ensuring that adequate and proper labour, plant, materials and sub-contractor's resources are available to meet the requirements of the contract. The role will involve working alongside the CM/PM pre-construction in producing and collating the H&S paperwork for the specific projects including Task Briefs, Work Package Plans and Construction Phase Plans.

At John Sisk & Son, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family‑owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

Clients

• Liaise with the customer, their representatives, and other stakeholders on Site Operational Issues.
• Act as the daily site contact, coordinate and inform the local site stakeholders through the project life cycle on site.

Project Delivery

• Assist and coordinate with the PM in completing Task Brief, WPP/CPP & other H&S paperwork as required. Has an understanding of the sub‑contractors RAMS & ITP’s to ensure quality standards are achieved.
• Active involvement in HSEQS management on our projects and challenge working practices on site and across our business to drive continuous improvement in line with our Zero philosophy.
• Responsible for the planning of weekly and daily activities with the PM. Attend and chair daily co‑ordination/white board meetings & distribute action points.
• Set‑up a Safe & Secure work site in accordance with Sisk Process & Procedures. Coordinate trades activities, supervise and manage site sub‑contract and works team activity.
• Interpret drawings and specification and communicate directions to site personnel, Subcontractors and suppliers.
• Requisition materials.
• Maintain site security, hoardings and signboards to present a tidy and professional appearance.
• Inspect sub‑contractors work and sign it off when it is to an acceptable standard.
• Undertake snagging of work throughout project lifecycle and before presentation to client. Arrange and manage rectification of defects.
• Manage site logistics and waste removal. Monitor that the waste materials are put into the appropriate waste skips.

Reporting

• Complete site inductions. Attend site meetings and action points identified.
• Undertake tool box. Check that tool box talks are being carried out by the sub‑contractors.
• Request outstanding information from the team and confirm all verbal instructions.
• Monitor key milestones throughout the programme and report weekly to the CM/PM.
• Escalation of issues in a timely manner to your Line Manager.
• Update internal records on a weekly basis to enable the PM to report to the client.
• Complete a daily diary recording the daily progress, numbers of operatives, any safety issues / near misses, weather, identifying shortfalls with labour, plant & materials and any issues that have affected the day’s progress. Complete other site documentation as required and maintain site progress record.
• Be involved in the management of the contract and undertake other reasonable tasks that may be required by the CM/PM.

Risk

• Alongside PM, ensure all necessary approvals and permits (eg hot works, working at height, excavation) are in place to allow project to progress without risk.
• Review buildability and identify methods of construction with CM/PM and Design to produce an achievable project identifying commercial or programme advantage where possible
• Identify non‑conformances and implement corrective action.
• Inform the PM of any matter for which extra payment may be due or additional costs are involved.
• Close out all issues raised by safety, quality and environmental reports and audits.

People

• Manage the site work team, Supervise and develop work staff and ensure competency of individuals to carry out delegated duties
• Live the Sisk Values of Care, Integrity and Excellence and ensure that these values are embedded into all activities.
• Provide Operational support to the Contracts Manager & Project Manager.
• Lead and manage various sub‑contractors and an in‑house delivery team.
• Act as an Inspiring role model for the wider team / business.

• Good written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with colleagues, clients and third parties in a persuasive way both formally and informally, altering style and method to suit audience.
• Proven track record of at least 5 years within a construction management environment with a similar National/Regional Contractor, preferably with Railway experience, with strong HSEQS standards.
• Experience across different construction types with associated technical and logistical delivery challenges.
• Experience of managing construction from a quality, programme, risk and HSE/HAS perspective.
• Good understanding of project logistics and programme to completion.
• Working knowledge of project specification.
• Organised with good time management and capable of proactive planning.
• Ability to get the best out of individuals, teams & trade contractors and build consensus where difference of opinion arise.
• Strong relationship management skills and management of operatives.
• Ability to relate Company commercial strategy to own activities.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all trades required on site, codes of practice, and requirements for works.
• Delivery focused and performance‑driven.
• Computer literate.

Required

• Working towards an academic and or a professional industry related qualification
• CSCS for Managers
• SMSTS/SSSTS
• First Aid at work Certificate
• Personal track safety
• CDM Awareness
• Driving license

Desirable

• Degree or Diploma in a construction related subject
• TWS
• COSS
• Level C

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus additional company days
• Pension and benefits
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities
• Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland