Supervisor - Civils

Sisk are looking for a Supervisor to join our public grounds work scheme in Leeds. The Supervisor reports to the Contracts Manager and works closely with the Quantity Surveyor. The Supervisor manages the onsite programme, ensuring delivery, workmanship and safety, and secures adequate labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources in line with company policies.

• Establish and monitor key stage programmes
• Set up the site and maintain site security (e.g., maintain site hutting, hoardings and signboards to present a tidy and professional appearance)
• Take possession of the site, plan and coordinate trade activities
• Apply for temporary service connections
• Interpret drawings and specifications and communicate directions to site personnel, subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensure method statements and risk assessments for high-risk activities are completed
• Request outstanding information from the professional team and confirm all verbal instructions
• Assist with ensuring all necessary approvals are in place to allow the project to progress without risk (e.g., hording licence)
• Review buildability and identify methods of construction with commercial or programme advantage where possible
• With the Environmental Co‑ordinator implement environmental controls and work towards the objectives set out in the HSE plan (Civils)
• Attend site meetings, subcontractor and internal meetings – maintain and circulate notes and action points
• Oversee 2–3 gangs

• Good written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with colleagues, clients and third parties in a warm and persuasive way, both formally and informally, and to alter style and method to suit audience
• At least ten years of experience within a construction management environment with a similar national/regional contractor
• Strong analytical skills
• Organised with good time management and capable of proactive planning
• First Aid at Work certificate
• IOSH or equivalent H&S management training
• Temporary Works & Excavation Safety training
• Permitting requirements for live energy works (must be in conjunction with Site & Safety Management)
• Working at Heights & Scaffolding training
• Lifting & Cranage operations training
• Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan

• Competitive salary
• Company car or car allowance
• 26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more)
• Employer pension
• Competitive mileage rate Travel expenses
• Flexible and remote working
• Enhanced parental leave
• Professional and educational development

At Sisk we are committed to attracting and hiring diverse talent into our organisation. We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates. We also know that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the criteria. Give your transferable skills the chance to tell the full story.

It’s not all about your technical expertise. Don’t hold back, we’d love to hear from you.