SITE CIVILS SUPERVISOR Covering Surrey & Southeast of England Head Office in Middlesex Benefits Inc: Company vehicle, fuel card & benefits Our client is a successful established business who deliver civil engineering and surfacing works. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit for Site Civils Supervisor to manage a new project in Surrey but also to oversee the Southeast region for the company Job Type : Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Site Civils Supervisor to oversee multiple projects across the Southeast of England. Head Office is based out of Middlesex, you will play a key role in managing site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day site activities across civils and asphalt works Coordinate labour, plant, and materials to meet programme requirements Ensure all works are carried out in line with health & safety regulations and company policies Conduct site inspections and quality checks Liaise with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and local authorities Maintain accurate site records, reports, and progress updates Identify and resolve on-site issues efficiently Support planning and scheduling of works across multiple sites Requirements Proven experience in a supervisory role within civils and/or asphalt projects Strong knowledge of roadworks, surfacing, drainage, and general groundworks Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification CSCS card (essential) Full UK driving licence Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to manage multiple sites and work under pressure Due to the very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Unico Recruitment (London) Ltd wishes you the best of luck in your job search. Unico Recruitment (London) Ltd operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK.
01/09/2026
Full time
SITE CIVILS SUPERVISOR Covering Surrey & Southeast of England Head Office in Middlesex Benefits Inc: Company vehicle, fuel card & benefits Our client is a successful established business who deliver civil engineering and surfacing works. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit for Site Civils Supervisor to manage a new project in Surrey but also to oversee the Southeast region for the company Job Type : Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Site Civils Supervisor to oversee multiple projects across the Southeast of England. Head Office is based out of Middlesex, you will play a key role in managing site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities Supervise day-to-day site activities across civils and asphalt works Coordinate labour, plant, and materials to meet programme requirements Ensure all works are carried out in line with health & safety regulations and company policies Conduct site inspections and quality checks Liaise with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and local authorities Maintain accurate site records, reports, and progress updates Identify and resolve on-site issues efficiently Support planning and scheduling of works across multiple sites Requirements Proven experience in a supervisory role within civils and/or asphalt projects Strong knowledge of roadworks, surfacing, drainage, and general groundworks Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification CSCS card (essential) Full UK driving licence Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to manage multiple sites and work under pressure Due to the very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Unico Recruitment (London) Ltd wishes you the best of luck in your job search. Unico Recruitment (London) Ltd operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK.
Head of Commercial - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Salary: 70,000 - 90,000 + Package and Benefits Location: Manchester area Position: Full-time, Permanent Up Front Recruitment is working with an established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor that forms part of a wider group. The business has been operating for more than 50 years and has developed a strong reputation across highways, civil engineering, surfacing and infrastructure. This is a senior commercial appointment with genuine influence. As Head of Commercial , you will become the number one commercial lead within the civils arm of the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director and Finance Director and helping shape commercial strategy as the operation continues to develop. Salary and Package 70,000 - 90,000 depending on experience Company car or car allowance Permanent, full-time position About the Company The business is a second-generation family-owned infrastructure services company, formed in 1973 and now established as an experienced contractor across the North of England. Its work spans highway maintenance, civil engineering, surfacing and recycling, with projects delivered across public and private sector environments. The company's civil engineering capability covers a broad range of infrastructure works, including highways, drainage, utilities, Section 278 works, public realm, hard landscaping, excavation and earthworks, concrete and structural works, kerbing and reinstatement. The business also works on airfields, private developments and other infrastructure projects, from maintenance schemes through to major frameworks and larger, complex works. A key feature of the operation is its self-delivery model. The business has experienced in-house teams, specialist plant and equipment and established capabilities around asphalt manufacturing, recycling and recycled aggregates. This allows it to retain greater control over delivery, materials and resources while working in challenging environments such as live public highways, urban areas and multi-contractor sites. The company also places a strong emphasis on responsible and sustainable construction, using recycled materials, reducing waste and continually looking at ways to reduce the environmental impact of its operations. Why Join Them The attraction of this Head of Commercial role is the level of ownership. You will not simply be responsible for the commercial management of individual projects; you will provide the senior commercial direction for the civils operation and work directly with the MD and FD on business performance, risk and future planning. The breadth of the company's operations also means the role offers exposure to different forms of civil engineering and infrastructure work, rather than being restricted to one project type or client environment. For a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Lead or Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take greater ownership, this provides the opportunity to step into a position where commercial decisions have a direct bearing on the wider business. About the Role As Head of Commercial , you will lead the commercial function across multiple live civil engineering and infrastructure projects, providing robust financial and contractual control while supporting the senior leadership team with commercial strategy and decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Lead the commercial function across civils and infrastructure projects Oversee CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting Advise the MD and FD on commercial risk, opportunity and performance Support bid strategy, pricing and contract negotiations Ensure effective contract management across NEC and JCT forms Develop and improve commercial processes, controls and reporting Candidate Background The business is looking for an experienced civil engineering commercial professional who combines strong technical and financial understanding with the confidence to operate at senior management level. You could currently be a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Lead or Senior Quantity Surveyor who has the experience and commercial judgement to take overall responsibility for a civils commercial function. The key requirements are: Proven senior commercial experience within civil engineering or infrastructure Strong understanding of project financial strategy and commercial risk Experience managing CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and commercial reporting Confidence advising at Managing Director and Finance Director level Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts Commercially sharp, pragmatic and solutions-focused Summary This Head of Commercial position offers genuine ownership of the commercial function within an established infrastructure business with more than five decades of operating history. The successful Head of Commercial will have direct senior-level exposure, broad commercial responsibility and the opportunity to influence how the civils operation manages performance, risk and future growth. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
01/09/2026
Full time
Head of Commercial - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Salary: 70,000 - 90,000 + Package and Benefits Location: Manchester area Position: Full-time, Permanent Up Front Recruitment is working with an established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor that forms part of a wider group. The business has been operating for more than 50 years and has developed a strong reputation across highways, civil engineering, surfacing and infrastructure. This is a senior commercial appointment with genuine influence. As Head of Commercial , you will become the number one commercial lead within the civils arm of the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director and Finance Director and helping shape commercial strategy as the operation continues to develop. Salary and Package 70,000 - 90,000 depending on experience Company car or car allowance Permanent, full-time position About the Company The business is a second-generation family-owned infrastructure services company, formed in 1973 and now established as an experienced contractor across the North of England. Its work spans highway maintenance, civil engineering, surfacing and recycling, with projects delivered across public and private sector environments. The company's civil engineering capability covers a broad range of infrastructure works, including highways, drainage, utilities, Section 278 works, public realm, hard landscaping, excavation and earthworks, concrete and structural works, kerbing and reinstatement. The business also works on airfields, private developments and other infrastructure projects, from maintenance schemes through to major frameworks and larger, complex works. A key feature of the operation is its self-delivery model. The business has experienced in-house teams, specialist plant and equipment and established capabilities around asphalt manufacturing, recycling and recycled aggregates. This allows it to retain greater control over delivery, materials and resources while working in challenging environments such as live public highways, urban areas and multi-contractor sites. The company also places a strong emphasis on responsible and sustainable construction, using recycled materials, reducing waste and continually looking at ways to reduce the environmental impact of its operations. Why Join Them The attraction of this Head of Commercial role is the level of ownership. You will not simply be responsible for the commercial management of individual projects; you will provide the senior commercial direction for the civils operation and work directly with the MD and FD on business performance, risk and future planning. The breadth of the company's operations also means the role offers exposure to different forms of civil engineering and infrastructure work, rather than being restricted to one project type or client environment. For a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Lead or Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take greater ownership, this provides the opportunity to step into a position where commercial decisions have a direct bearing on the wider business. About the Role As Head of Commercial , you will lead the commercial function across multiple live civil engineering and infrastructure projects, providing robust financial and contractual control while supporting the senior leadership team with commercial strategy and decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Lead the commercial function across civils and infrastructure projects Oversee CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting Advise the MD and FD on commercial risk, opportunity and performance Support bid strategy, pricing and contract negotiations Ensure effective contract management across NEC and JCT forms Develop and improve commercial processes, controls and reporting Candidate Background The business is looking for an experienced civil engineering commercial professional who combines strong technical and financial understanding with the confidence to operate at senior management level. You could currently be a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Lead or Senior Quantity Surveyor who has the experience and commercial judgement to take overall responsibility for a civils commercial function. The key requirements are: Proven senior commercial experience within civil engineering or infrastructure Strong understanding of project financial strategy and commercial risk Experience managing CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and commercial reporting Confidence advising at Managing Director and Finance Director level Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts Commercially sharp, pragmatic and solutions-focused Summary This Head of Commercial position offers genuine ownership of the commercial function within an established infrastructure business with more than five decades of operating history. The successful Head of Commercial will have direct senior-level exposure, broad commercial responsibility and the opportunity to influence how the civils operation manages performance, risk and future growth. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
Head of Commercial - Civil Engineering Salary: 70,000 - 90,000 + Package and Benefits Location: Manchester area Position: Full-time, Permanent Up Front Recruitment is working with a well-established civil engineering contractor that forms part of a wider, respected group. The business has a strong pipeline across highways, civil engineering, surfacing and infrastructure and is looking to appoint a Head of Commercial to take overall commercial responsibility within its civils arm. This is a senior position reporting directly to the Managing Director and Finance Director, offering genuine influence over commercial strategy, risk, profitability and future planning. Salary and Package 70,000 - 90,000 depending on experience Company car or car allowance Permanent, full-time position This is a permanent senior leadership appointment with responsibility for leading the commercial function across the business's civil engineering activities. About the Company The company is an established infrastructure services business with roots dating back to 1973. It has developed from a family-owned operation into an experienced contractor delivering civil engineering, highway maintenance, surfacing and related infrastructure services across the North of England. Its work covers a broad range of environments and sectors, including public highways, private developments, public realm, airfields and other infrastructure projects. The business has particular expertise in highways, drainage, utilities, Section 278 works, excavation and earthworks, concrete and structural works, kerbing, reinstatement and surfacing. A self-delivery approach is central to the operation, with experienced in-house teams, specialist plant and equipment, and established capabilities around asphalt manufacturing, recycling and recycled aggregates. Projects range from maintenance schemes and highway improvements through to major frameworks and larger, complex infrastructure works, often delivered within live and challenging environments. The organisation also places significant emphasis on sustainability, incorporating recycled materials and waste-reduction initiatives into its operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and efficient project delivery. Why Join Them For an experienced commercial professional, the attraction is the level of responsibility attached to the position. Rather than operating as one commercial manager within a large hierarchy, the Head of Commercial will be the senior commercial lead for the civils arm, working closely with the MD and FD and having a direct influence on how the business manages risk, margin and growth. The breadth of the company's civil engineering and infrastructure activities also provides exposure to varied commercial challenges across highways, civils, surfacing and associated works. About the Role As Head of Commercial , you will provide commercial leadership across multiple live projects, ensuring effective governance, financial control and contractual management while supporting the senior leadership team with strategic commercial decisions. Key responsibilities include: Lead the commercial function across civils and infrastructure projects Oversee CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting Advise the MD and FD on commercial risk, opportunity and performance Support bid strategy, pricing and contract negotiations Ensure robust contract management across NEC and JCT forms Develop and improve commercial processes, controls and reporting Candidate Background The business is looking for a commercially strong civil engineering professional who can operate confidently at senior management level and provide clear, practical advice to company directors. The ideal background will include: Proven senior commercial experience within civil engineering or infrastructure Strong understanding of project financial strategy, forecasting and risk Experience with CVRs, commercial reporting and margin protection Confidence advising Managing Director and Finance Director level Strong NEC and JCT contract knowledge Previous experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead ready to step into a Head of Commercial position Summary This Head of Commercial position represents an opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function within an established civil engineering business with substantial experience across the highways and infrastructure sectors. The successful Head of Commercial will have the authority to influence commercial strategy, strengthen processes and provide senior-level direction as the business continues to develop. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
01/09/2026
Full time
Head of Commercial - Civil Engineering Salary: 70,000 - 90,000 + Package and Benefits Location: Manchester area Position: Full-time, Permanent Up Front Recruitment is working with a well-established civil engineering contractor that forms part of a wider, respected group. The business has a strong pipeline across highways, civil engineering, surfacing and infrastructure and is looking to appoint a Head of Commercial to take overall commercial responsibility within its civils arm. This is a senior position reporting directly to the Managing Director and Finance Director, offering genuine influence over commercial strategy, risk, profitability and future planning. Salary and Package 70,000 - 90,000 depending on experience Company car or car allowance Permanent, full-time position This is a permanent senior leadership appointment with responsibility for leading the commercial function across the business's civil engineering activities. About the Company The company is an established infrastructure services business with roots dating back to 1973. It has developed from a family-owned operation into an experienced contractor delivering civil engineering, highway maintenance, surfacing and related infrastructure services across the North of England. Its work covers a broad range of environments and sectors, including public highways, private developments, public realm, airfields and other infrastructure projects. The business has particular expertise in highways, drainage, utilities, Section 278 works, excavation and earthworks, concrete and structural works, kerbing, reinstatement and surfacing. A self-delivery approach is central to the operation, with experienced in-house teams, specialist plant and equipment, and established capabilities around asphalt manufacturing, recycling and recycled aggregates. Projects range from maintenance schemes and highway improvements through to major frameworks and larger, complex infrastructure works, often delivered within live and challenging environments. The organisation also places significant emphasis on sustainability, incorporating recycled materials and waste-reduction initiatives into its operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and efficient project delivery. Why Join Them For an experienced commercial professional, the attraction is the level of responsibility attached to the position. Rather than operating as one commercial manager within a large hierarchy, the Head of Commercial will be the senior commercial lead for the civils arm, working closely with the MD and FD and having a direct influence on how the business manages risk, margin and growth. The breadth of the company's civil engineering and infrastructure activities also provides exposure to varied commercial challenges across highways, civils, surfacing and associated works. About the Role As Head of Commercial , you will provide commercial leadership across multiple live projects, ensuring effective governance, financial control and contractual management while supporting the senior leadership team with strategic commercial decisions. Key responsibilities include: Lead the commercial function across civils and infrastructure projects Oversee CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting Advise the MD and FD on commercial risk, opportunity and performance Support bid strategy, pricing and contract negotiations Ensure robust contract management across NEC and JCT forms Develop and improve commercial processes, controls and reporting Candidate Background The business is looking for a commercially strong civil engineering professional who can operate confidently at senior management level and provide clear, practical advice to company directors. The ideal background will include: Proven senior commercial experience within civil engineering or infrastructure Strong understanding of project financial strategy, forecasting and risk Experience with CVRs, commercial reporting and margin protection Confidence advising Managing Director and Finance Director level Strong NEC and JCT contract knowledge Previous experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead ready to step into a Head of Commercial position Summary This Head of Commercial position represents an opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function within an established civil engineering business with substantial experience across the highways and infrastructure sectors. The successful Head of Commercial will have the authority to influence commercial strategy, strengthen processes and provide senior-level direction as the business continues to develop. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.
