Supervisor, Construction, Site Manager

• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career
• Employee referral scheme

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re looking for a Site Supervisor to join our Technology & Infrastructure team. This is a key role responsible for planning and coordinating site activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

As the main point of contact between our clients and operational teams, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining strong working relationships while overseeing the successful delivery of projects. You’ll lead site teams, manage resources, promote a positive safety culture and support the development of operatives and junior staff.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines leadership, organisation and technical knowledge. Travel, working away and day/night shifts form part of this position.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planning, coordinating and supervising site activities to ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to budget.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Liaising with the Contracts Manager regarding programme changes, site issues and resource requirements.
• Ensuring all works are carried out in compliance with CDM 2015 and company procedures.
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and visitors to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Delivering toolbox talks and completing associated records.
• Carrying out regular site inspections and completing required documentation.
• Reading and interpreting drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Monitoring quality standards and ensuring works are completed to client requirements.
• Promoting a positive safety culture by raising near misses, safety observations and best practices.
• Ensuring all sites are left clean, safe and tidy at the end of each shift.
• Verifying that all vehicles, plant and equipment are fit for purpose and inspected before use.
• Supporting, coaching and developing operatives and junior team members.

What You’ll Bring

• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification
• Full UK Driving Licence
• First Aid Certification (desirable)
• CAT & Genny qualification (desirable)
• CPCS training in Excavators, Dumpers, Rollers and/or HIAB (desirable)
• Experience with in drainage, earthworks, road construction or civil engineering environments
• Good understanding of CDM regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities
• Ability to read and interpret site drawings and specifications
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to travel, work away and carry out day/night shifts when required

Why Carnell?

At Carnell, people come first. We foster an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone is valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to thrive.

If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your skills, support colleagues, and be part of a friendly team, we’d love to hear from you.