Site Supervisor Civils & Groundworks

  • RGB Recruitment
  • Exeter, Devon
  • Oct 07, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Site Supervisor (Civils & Groundworks)Location: Exeter, Devon (on-site across Exeter & wider Devon)Type: Contract CIS Day rate neg.About the roleWe're a growing civil engineering & groundworks contractor delivering roads, drainage, utilities and infrastructure for housing and public-sector schemes. We're looking for a hands-on Site Supervisor (General Foreman level) to lead day-to-day delivery, safety, quality and programme on multiple packages.What you'll do
  • Run site operations to programme, spec and budget
  • Lead HSE on site: inductions, briefings, RAMS, permits, inspections & audits
  • Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and materials; raise and resolve site issues quickly
  • Produce short-term lookaheads, progress reports and maintain accurate site records
  • Drive quality: ITPs, inspections, NCRs, as-builts and handover documentation
  • Liaise with PM/Engineer, client and stakeholders to keep works moving
About you
  • Proven Site Supervisor/General Foreman with civils/groundworks experience (housing infrastructure, drainage, highways, utilities)
  • Strong safety leadership; confident with RAMS/permits and site compliance (CDM)
  • Solid coordination, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Competent with programmes, reporting and site records
  • Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle
Qualifications & tickets
  • SMSTS (or SSSTS), CSCS
  • First Aid at Work
  • Temporary Works (AP/Supervisor) advantageous
  • NRSWA/Streetworks, NPORS/CPCS (dumper/roller/excavator) desirable
What's on offer
  • Day rate negotiable- depending on experience
  • Stable local projects around Exeter/Devon (minimal nights/away work)
  • Clear progression and funded training/certifications
How to applySend your CV (or a brief career summary) to Hiring Manager/Recruiter Name at email/phone with subject "Site Supervisor - Exeter". All applications handled in confidence.