Site Supervisor; Civil Engineering

Job Title: Site Supervisor (Road Surfacing)

Location: North West

Salary: £45k - £50k

Industry: Civil Engineering

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.

• 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.

• 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 preferred).
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with all stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence.

• 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.