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Site Manager Civil Engineering Contractor - Roads & Highways Durham £55k base + car Full-time, Permanent Company Overview Our client are a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong reputation in the highways and transportation sector, they work closely with local authorities, national highways bodies, and private sector clients to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable road construction and improvement schemes. Role Overview They are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Manager to oversee the successful delivery of roads and highways projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in highways, road construction, and associated infrastructure works. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day site operations on highways and road construction projects. Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Coordinate site teams including subcontractors, engineers, and operatives. Develop and implement construction programmes and monitor progress against targets. Ensure quality control procedures and project specifications are met. Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Manage site documentation including RAMS, permits, and site reports. Monitor project costs and resource allocation to ensure efficient delivery. Lead site briefings and toolbox talks to promote a strong safety culture. Requirements Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering or highways projects. Strong knowledge of road construction, drainage, earthworks, and surfacing works. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate complex site activities. Essential Qualifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) CSCS Card (Black/Manager Level preferred) First Aid at Work Full UK Driving Licence Desirable HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline Experience working on local authority or National Highways projects Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor qualification NRSWA Supervisor What They Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Company vehicle or car allowance Pension scheme Opportunities for career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor Ongoing training and professional development Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away.

The Project As a well-established Surfacing Supervisor you will be utilised on this job for your knowledge of all things surfacing. Working on a variety of surfacing schemes around the M40 area. This role is with a highly successful surfacing contractor and comes with an excellent benefits package. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; SMSTS / SSSTS (Required) Driving Licence and ideally with own vehicle Experienced as a Surfacing Supervisor The Role Job Title: Surfacing Supervisor Location: M40 area Reporting to: Contracts Manager Duties Maintain health & safety standards on site Complete toolbox talks and other briefings on site Procurement of plant and material through the company platform Managing the work force, labour and subcontractors in the delivery general civil works Maintain accurate site record keeping including diaries, allocations sheets, plants returns and goods received notes Oversee subcontractors and ensure they are working to their own check sheets Liaise with site operatives and subcontractors to ensure work stays on programme This is a Permanent role with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex - (phone number removed)

The Project As an experienced Contracts Manager, you will ensure that the contracts are carried out on time and to the company quality standards. This role will be managing various contracts on various highways surfacing & reinstatement schemes. Based on site, in the office or working from home, our client are looking for someone who can run their own diary, build jobs, manage multiple sites/supervisors. This is a great role for a strong surfacing contractor with an excellent reputation and comes with a very good benefits package. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; SMSTS First Aid CSCS Card Driving License For this role it is essential that you hold the skills & experience below; Experience managing multiple surfacing / reinstatement schemes at once Previous experience as a Contracts Manager on surfacing schemes / highways surfacing - or a Senior Superivsor looking for a step up The Role Job Title: Contracts Manager Projects: Highways Surfacing Schemes Location: M3 Corridor - Basingstoke/Surrey/Hampshire Duration: Permanent Duties Managing multiple surfacing contracts to achieve financial, safety, quality, and environmental targets Pre-contract planning and liaison with estimators Leading and delegating duties to engineering and contract staff Maintaining a working knowledge of current contract forms, acts, and legislation Accepting, approving, and issuing contracts and subcontracts Ensuring company's Health and Safety and other IMS procedures are complied with planning, programming, and resourcing contracts Liaising, negotiating, and meeting with clients, consulting engineers, surveyors, and sub-contractors and others Assisting with the preparation of quality bids, PQQs, and other presentations as required Providing technical, contractual, and legal advice Providing accurate information for regional monthly contract appraisals and other reports as required Budgeting, monitoring, and control of contract finances Identifying, evaluating, and managing claims and variations Compiling applications for payment and agreeing final accounts Motivating, coaching, and providing guidance to staff and operatives Interviewing, selection, recruitment, discipline, and dismissal of staff Maintaining photographic library, publicity material, contract press releases, etc Improving and promoting company profile and activities This is a Permanent position with a competitive Salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)

The Project As a Programme Coordinator you will plan, coordinate and monitoring asphalt surfacing and Civils schemes across the country. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; Driving Licence Experience coordinating surfacing, civils schemes or a similar role such as a Streetworks Coordinator The Role Job Title: Programme Manager Location: Kent Duties Monitoring the programme of works Assigning schemes on the programme to each gang Updating the programme with delays, cancellations or changes to the original schedule Ensuring each project has the material order booked and delivery dates are as required Liaising with Contracts Managers, Supervisors, Gangs and contractors to confirm timings for schemes Communicating with internal and external holders in the completion of projects Creating progress reports, forecasts and other project documentation Updating internal systems Checking and approving invoices This is a permanent role with a competitive salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex - (phone number removed)

The Project As a well-established Surfacing Supervisor you will be utilised on this job for your knowledge of all things surfacing. Working on retail surfacing schemes with travel and accommodation payed for, offering a competitive rate for the right candidate. The right candidate must be willing to travel to site and start in March 2026. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; SMSTS / SSSTS (Required) Driving Licence and own vehicle Good experience in Surfacing The Role Job Title: Surfacing Supervisor Location: Nationwide Travel Duration: Long Term Freelance Duties Maintain health & safety standards on site Complete toolbox talks and other briefings on site Procurement of plant and material through the company platform Managing the work force, labour and subcontractors in the delivery general civil works Maintain accurate site record keeping including diaries, allocations sheets, plants returns and goods received notes Oversee subcontractors and ensure they are working to their own check sheets Liaise with site operatives and subcontractors to ensure work stays on programme This is a temporary role with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex - (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)

The Project As a well-established Surfacing Supervisor you will be utilised on this job for your knowledge of all things surfacing. Working on retail surfacing schemes with travel and accommodation payed for, offering a competitive rate for the right candidate. The right candidate must be willing to travel to site and start in March 2026. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; SMSTS / SSSTS (Required) Driving Licence and own vehicle Good experience in Surfacing The Role Job Title: Surfacing Supervisor Location: Nationwide Travel Duration: Long Term Freelance Duties Maintain health & safety standards on site Complete toolbox talks and other briefings on site Procurement of plant and material through the company platform Managing the work force, labour and subcontractors in the delivery general civil works Maintain accurate site record keeping including diaries, allocations sheets, plants returns and goods received notes Oversee subcontractors and ensure they are working to their own check sheets Liaise with site operatives and subcontractors to ensure work stays on programme This is a temporary role with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex - (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)

Surfacing Supervisor Are you a Surfacing Supervisor with a strong Surfacing or paving background on major highways projects? We're looking for an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to join one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects, working around Birmingham. This is a long-term opportunity with years of work available. If you come from a specialist surfacing contractor or paving background, this is a chance to play a key role delivering major infrastructure. You'll be embedded within the delivery team, overseeing surfacing activities and ensuring works are carried out safely, efficiently and to programme. As Surfacing Supervisor, your responsibilities will include: Supervising day-to-day surfacing operations on site Coordinating crews and subcontractors Ensuring works meet quality and safety standards Supporting programme delivery across multiple work areas Liaising with site management and engineering teams We're looking for someone with: Strong experience in surfacing or asphalt paving Background working for surfacing contractors or highways projects Previous supervisory experience on highways or major civils schemes SSSTS minimum (SMSTS preferred) Fit for Work medical This role requires someone with true surfacing experience rather than general civils knowledge. Due to demand on the project we are also open to speaking with: Surfacing Agents Paving specialists If you're a Surfacing Supervisor with the right highways background and are available for a long-term freelance role, Apply Now or call Brett on (phone number removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Brett at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.

Highways Surfacing Supervisor required for a contract opportunity overseeing multiple projects across Bedfordshire, covering planned term maintenance across the area. You will be an experienced and dynamic Supervisor, with experience of report writing, a strong understand of term maintenance projects as well as civils and permitting knowledge. A mix of in-house and subcontract labour management will be required here alongside overseeing multiple locations and sites. Ideally, you'll have experience with traffic management. An SMSTS/SSSTS and NRSWA ticket is required here. The schemes will be Civils focussed within the Highways sector, so it is essential that you have a background covering similar works as a supervisor. The role is a mix of days and nights with an uplift being provided. For more information, please click APPLY NOW or Call Jay Cochrane on (phone number removed). FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jay at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.

Baggeridge Predominantly Kingsbury (West Midlands) Contract until 31/03/ per day + 50 uplift for nights & weekends We are recruiting for an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to support asphalt (tarmacadam) operations across the West Midlands, predominantly in the Kingsbury area. This is a commercially focused supervisory role requiring strong operational leadership, programme delivery and client-facing capability. The Role You will be responsible for the effective delivery of operational plans and objectives , ensuring surfacing works are delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality standards. The role involves overseeing day-to-day asphalt surfacing operations while maintaining strong commercial awareness and customer relationships. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day supervision of asphalt / tarmacadam surfacing works Deliver operational plans in line with programme and cost expectations Forecasting, programming and resource planning Maximising value streams and maintaining commercial awareness on site Managing subcontractors and site teams Ensuring compliance with H&S and quality standards Developing and maintaining strong customer and stakeholder relationships Supporting night and weekend works where required Essential Requirements Proven experience supervising asphalt / surfacing operations Strong knowledge of tarmacadam processes and site delivery SSSTS or SMSTS qualified Commercially astute and confident managing value streams Experience with forecasting and programming Strong client-facing and relationship management skills Full UK driving licence Contract Details Location: Baggeridge / Kingsbury (West Midlands) Rate: 440 per day 50 uplift per shift for nights and weekends Contract end date: 31/03/2026 This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surfacing professional who can combine operational leadership with commercial awareness. If you are immediately available or coming to the end of your current contract, please get in touch for further details.

Job Title: Surfacing Supervisor / Manager Location: Lea Marston / East Birmingham Job Type: Contract Role Job Length: 3+ month contract Start Date: March 2026 Industry: Surfacing, Asphalt Tarmac, HS2, Aggregates Pay Rate: £250 - £425 Per Day - Negotiable based on Experience and Pay Type Our client is looking for a Surfacing Supervisor / Surfacing Manager to work on HS2 schemes across the Birmingham and Warwickshire regions, ensuring the successful delivery of Surfacing schemes related to the HS2 works. This will including hands-on supervision of gangs, ensuring timely and safe delivery of works, to agreed programme. The role will entail understanding programme of works, instructing gangs on what works need undertaking, implementing RAMS, completed inductions and toolbox talks, overseeing works and monitoring progress. Depending on experience, candidates will have the opportunity to assist with creating programmes, interfacing with the client, and assisting the operations teams with additional tasks. The ideal candidate will be time served in a surfacing or highways maintenance industry, ideally coming with an background in Civil Engineering, SMSTS Certificate and Fit For Work Medical. Due to working on HS2, candidates will also need an BBV Induction, or be prepared to undertake this. Daily duties will include but are not limited to: Delivery of surfacing and tarmacadam activities on HS2, within Sub lot 2-8 Effective delivery of operational plans & objectives, understanding site programmes and drawings Experience with organising the day to day running of asphalt contracts (Tarmacadam Surfacing) Communicating works and instructing gangs team leaders and operatives Interfacing with client liaison as required Providing expertise within surfacing, offering guidance and direction to team members Ensuring safe and timely delivery of works, to HSQE standards Working towards RAMS and, Job Briefing packs Maintaining and update internal systems, to log and track progress Candidates will ideally: Have strong knowledge of Surfacing / Asphalt projects, having previously delivered works Have experience Supervising or Managing Surfacing Projects and related contracts Hold an SMSTS Certificate Hold a Fit For Work Medical (Or be willing to undertake a FFW medical) Hold a BBV Induction Card (Or be willing to undertake a BBV Induction) For more information or to apply for the role, please contact Tim Smyth on (phone number removed).

Our client is a well-established and reputable contractor specialising in surfacing and highways works. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Surfacing Supervisor to oversee site operations and ensure the successful delivery of projects to the highest standards. The Role: As Surfacing Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site activities, coordinating teams, and ensuring all works are completed safely, on time, and to specification. Key Responsibilities: Supervise surfacing crews on site, including machine and hand-lay gangs Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, quality, and safety requirements Conduct site briefings, toolbox talks, and safety inspections Liaise with site managers, clients, and subcontractors Maintain accurate site records and reports Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures Requirements: Proven experience as a Surfacing Supervisor or similar role Strong knowledge of asphalt surfacing and associated plant SMSTS or SSSTS (essential) CSCS card (essential) Full UK driving licence Strong leadership and communication skills What's on Offer: Competitive salary and package Long-term, stable work with a growing contractor Opportunity to work on a variety of highways and surfacing projects Supportive and professional working environment What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out to Adam at (url removed) or (phone number removed). If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDC

Duration: Long-Term Contract Rate: Competitive (DOE) Overview: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civils Operative / Supervisor for a site near Peterhead. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role split 50/50 between office-based planning and site-based practical work. The successful candidate will take responsibility for organising civil works, overseeing contractors, raising permits, and carrying out infrastructure maintenance across the site. Key Responsibilities Organise, raise permits and oversee contractors for resurfacing works Organise and supervise concrete works, slab laying and paving works Oversee and advise on CDM projects, deep excavations, repairs and remedial works Forward plan and coordinate proposed works Liaise with vendors and contractors for GPR surveys and civil engineering tasks Produce permits for civil teams and vendors working across departments Review and advise on Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) Scope and plan infrastructure repairs (storm damage, roof leaks etc.) Source and request materials for repairs Raise and execute Work Orders Maintain accurate records and documentation React to observation cards submitted by workforce Provide instruction to workforce and ensure safe working practices Mentor vendors and contractors on site safety compliance Standby man & fire watcher duties General labouring tasks & assembly work Requirements Strong all-round knowledge of civil and infrastructure maintenance Experience supervising contractors and managing permits Understanding of CDM regulations Ability to read and review RAMS documentation Basic computer skills Strong organisational skills and forward planning ability Comfortable working both in office and hands-on on site To apply, please email your fully up-to-date CV or call (phone number removed). We are an equal opportunities employer and actively promote inclusive, fair and transparent recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity throughout the recruitment process. Corrie Recruitment Ltd operates as an Employment Agency and as an Employment Business. You must be a UK resident or have proof of right to work in the UK.

Site Engineer Report To: Section Engineer, Project Manager Location: Heathrow Airport Heathrow Airport Ferrovial Construction has been working at Heathrow Airport for over 12 years delivering some of the most complex infrastructure projects to high quality, safety and environmental standards. We have focused on design and build projects with a mix of contractual arrangements. This has enabled us to refine our management procedures in response to Heathrow s Employers Requirements and Ferrovial Construction own internal management systems. Since joining Heathrow s framework, Ferrovial Construction has delivered a variety of airside and landside projects across the whole airport. For example, we have delivered new taxiways and rehabilitated existing taxiways and the southern runway. We have also redeveloped sterile and grass areas and replaced critical assets, such as fire main, fuel main and HV ducts. We are currently working alongside Heathrow to rehabilitate assets with expired design life s and plan for a future runway resurfacing project. We are constantly designing and planning our works around critical assets and engaging with different key stakeholders in order to deliver Heathrow value for money. Responsibilities: Safety, Health, Environment & Sustainability Production of Method Statements Task Briefing and Risk Assessments to be approved by supervising engineers Contribution to production of all Permits to works, including briefing to the workforce. Carries out Safety Inspections. Hazard Identification and contribution to development of Safe System of Work Know the company procedures and statutory regulations relating to environmental and waste management issues. Carry out necessary monitoring under the guidance of others. Dimensional/Spatial Control Provides dimensional control for a section of the works Undertakes as built surveys for a section of the works and presents results in format that can be included in project records if required Establishes and maintains secondary control on the project from primary control. Checks dimension design data early, raising technical queries to eliminate delays from insufficient information Ensures that appropriate as built surveys are undertaken, correctly recorded and communicated Manages the survey equipment ensuring it is suitable for the works and in calibration so that there are no dimensional control errors due to survey equipment Workmanship, Quality, Inspection & Testing Raises Non-Conformance Report (NCR) for all non-conformances and reports potential non-conformances Produces Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) that correctly interpret the specified quality requirements Implements the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) and the Request for Witness and Approval (RWA) procedures. Collates and files quality records for potential inclusion in quality assurance documentation Maintaining accurate records Daily Diary, photographs, records of site discussions. Carries out quality control checks using internal check sheets where appropriate Applies the company and external technical information to help achieve the specified quality requirements. Adopts and promotes a culture of right first time Works to Weekly Programme and marks up progress achieved weekly. Production of accurate daily diary of resources, including labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and outputs Information, Change Control & Records Files and maintains the engineer s drawings and specifications so that the current information is always presented to them Marks up drawings & specifications with any changes referencing the documentation that verifies the change Interprets and abstracts construction information from the drawings and specification and provides this to the supervisors and operatives in a clear and understandable way using sketches Permanent Works Materials, Products, Plant & Systems Measures materials usage and provides quantity information for preparation of material call off / requisitions Carries out on site testing of materials, products, plant and systems as required by their role Setting out The provision of sketches detailing the setting out information installed Construction Methods, Practices and Innovation Reads and understands method statements and makes sure that site operations follow these methods accurately reporting any variances to supervisors and his supervising engineer Produces sketches and drawings to clarify methods and construction sequences Temporary Works/Systems & Cranes Understand and have a good command of temporary works and permits to load. Takes on the role of temporary works inspector for standard temporary works they are involved with Makes sure that temporary works on their section are identified and the temporary works procedure is applied to them Engineering Knowledge Capture, Sharing & Using Interrogate design information and determine if there are sufficient details to construct the works. Raise relevant documentation (e.g. TIEs, TQs, CVIs, etc.) with assistance from supervising engineers / managers, to resolve discrepancies and anomalies detected. Effective communication of technical information to the workforce and liaison with functions/support services within the project team in a timely & accurate manner. Provide feedback to supervising engineers / managers on the effectiveness of materials, specialist contractors, plant and designers being used on site. Preparation of basic calculations/drawings/sketches Experience & Knowledge The candidate will ideally possess the following experience and knowledge: Proven experience of working with concrete structures and civil engineering/building construction. Prior experience in Civil Engineering. Prior experience in Architectural and Landscaping packages Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

The Project As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role within the site and the company to ensure all the Civils and Surfacing schemes are completed to specification, in budget and on time. Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; Driving Licence Extensive Civils experience and ideally surfacing and roads exp too Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field Experience Managing a team of Quantity Surveyors For this role it is essential that you hold the skills & experience below; Completing Monthly budgets Proficient with Microsoft Office Package Knowledge in NEC 3 or NEC 4 Contracts Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Experienced in financial / commercial management of projects The Role Job Title: Managing Quantity Surveyor Location: Marlow Duration: Permanent Reporting to: Director Duties Procurement Assisting in pricing variations Analysis of tender allowances Preparing material reconciliations Providing input on contractual issues Cash management and maximisation Preparing and submitting material delivery sheets Strong communication, sales and presentation skills Assist in the production of monthly project cost and progress reports Maintain sustainable and productive relationships with existing clients Develop accurate and consistent bids with the help of relevant departments Preparation and administration of procurement advice, tenders, tender reviews and advice Ensure deadlines are actively managed and progress is reported to supervisors as required Work with project personnel to ensure that profitable and commercial aspects are understood Responsibility for all contractual issues that may arise including accountability for the resolution of contractual issues Assisting in the preparation of effective change control during the pre-contract stages and post contract stages Lead commercial relationships with client, partners & supply chain, building respectful, trusting and productive relationships Lead and support a team of Surveyors. This will include people management interventions such as performance management, individual focus reviews, manpower planning and the continuous professional development of the team Mentor and coach your commercial team members in line with company standards and values, to maximise the potential of both the team and the individuals in line with the company values and behavioural competencies This is a Permanent position with a competitive Salary on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential. Purpose of the role Colas are responsible for the eight-year Maintenance & Response contract for National Highways Area 9. The contract covers around 2,300 miles of Strategic Road Network within Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, and Shropshire, as well as parts of Gloucestershire, Derbyshire, and Leicestershire. We deliver cyclical maintenance, reactive maintenance, incident response, severe weather response and minor works in a region that has five strategically critical motorway interchange junctions, as well as being at the heart of the new HS2 network. Area 9 is a critical transport hub enabling customer journeys across the UK. We are currently seeking an experienced Ganger to lead multiple teams of highways maintenance operatives and ZRT teams, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of all maintenance, incident response, and minor works activities. This role will be predominantly nights but may need to go on a rotation. Main Responsibilities As a Ganger , you will take responsibility for managing and motivating teams on-site to carry out their daily duties as instructed by supervisors and the Area Manager. You will lead shift briefings, oversee job pack collation, and ensure that all relevant documentation, including EcoOnline, Confirm, and FYLD, is accurately completed and compliant with health and safety regulations. Promoting a strong culture of safety is essential, and you will conduct toolbox talks, site audits, and support incident investigations to maintain the highest standards. You will also work closely with planners and subcontractors to ensure smooth operations, support financial performance by understanding daily costs and budget targets, and contribute to winter maintenance duties and other reasonable requests as needed. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving a high-performing, safety-focused team that reflects the professionalism and core values of Colas. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will hold a Highways Passport (E), CSCS Level D, SSSTS certification, and a full driving licence. You ll have strong experience in highways maintenance, winter operations, team leadership, and a solid understanding of highways legislation and relevant software. Excellent communication skills, confidence in decision-making, and a commitment to safety are essential. UK Driving licence is essential. Package Description Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including: A salary of £16.40 - monthly paid Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10% Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary 21 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role) Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification Ongoing personal / professional development Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business. Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice. Note to Recruitment Agencies In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.

Senior Site Engineer Highways Location: Near Weston-super-Mare Direct Reports: Site Engineer Rate - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer to join our highways project team based near Weston-super-Mare. The successful candidate will support the Sub Agent in delivering highways and utilities works safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards. This role will involve managing day-to-day site engineering activities and overseeing a Site Engineer to ensure works are delivered in accordance with design, specification, and contractual requirements. Key Responsibilities Report directly to the Sub Agent and provide technical support to the site management team. Manage and mentor a Site Engineer, reviewing setting out, quality checks, and documentation. Oversee highways works including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, S278/S106 works and associated infrastructure. Coordinate and manage utilities works (diversions, installations, protection of services) in liaison with statutory undertakers and utility providers. Ensure all setting out is completed accurately and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, raising RFIs where required. Maintain accurate site records including daily diaries, QA documentation, ITPs, check sheets, as-builts, and material approvals. Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements (early warnings, quality records, change control support as required). Support programme delivery by monitoring progress and identifying potential delays or risks. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, CDM requirements, and company procedures. Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, local authorities, and stakeholders as required. Assist with temporary works coordination where applicable. Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Senior Site Engineer on highways infrastructure projects. Strong background in highways construction and utilities coordination. Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC3 or NEC4 preferred). Ability to manage and mentor junior engineers. Competent in setting out using GPS and total station equipment. Strong understanding of QA processes and site documentation requirements. Experience dealing with local authorities and statutory undertakers. CSCS card (appropriate level). SMSTS or SSSTS (preferred). Full UK driving licence. HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor training. First Aid at Work certification. If you would like to discuss this role further, please hit the "apply now" or call me on (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed) Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

We are recruiting for a Works Manager, required by one of the UK s most prominent civil engineering contractors. The role will be based on a very high-profile sewage treatment scheme, with over 2 years remaining on the project. It entails increasing the facility s capacity to handle future population growth, meet higher environmental standards and includes the construction of tanks capable of holding in excess of ten million litres of storm water. This is a long-term, contract position but please note that, as per our client s policy, the role has been deemed Inside IR35 and furthermore, payment via CIS is not an option either. The permitted models are Umbrella PAYE or PAYE itself, on a freelance basis. In order to be considered, you must have been in a Works Manager position for at least 5 years. Our client has respectfully advised that they are not looking for a General Foreman ready to make the step-up. Only experienced Works Managers will be considered for shortlisting. If you have a demonstrable track-record in managing a team of Foremen & Supervisors on large infrastructure projects, we are keen to hear from you. Due to the complex requirements of the site, the ideal candidate will have hands-on experience of drainage, cofferdams, ductile pipes, surfacing and structures. SMSTS is essential, as is either a Black or Gold CSCS Card. Rate is indicative and dependant on pay type.

Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager (Asphalt & Surfacing) Salary: Up to £70,000 + package (dependant on experience) Location: Reading (projects nationwide with accommodation provided where necessary) Full-time, Permanent About the company You will be joining an experienced specialist surfacing business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality asphalt, tarmac and resin surfacing solutions across commercial, residential, aviation and local authority environments. They work with a wide range of clients, delivering surfacing for commercial developments, residential estates, airports, rail projects and more, backed by qualified teams and a focus on safety, flexibility and customer satisfaction. Why join them This Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager role suits someone who thrives on variety, enjoys both contract management and hands-on delivery, and wants to be part of a supportive, close-knit team. The business is experienced but personal, and team members are treated as part of the family. You will work alongside the operations director and play a key role in delivering contracts up to £1 million, with opportunities to influence operations and grow your own career within a specialist contractor context. About the role As a Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager, you will lead delivery of significant surfacing contracts across the UK, ensuring excellent standards on both the commercial and operational sides. You will manage contract performance, client relationships, scheduling, on-site teams and commercial outcomes, supporting the operations director to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget. Your background ideally includes at least five years experience supervising or managing asphalt and surfacing contracts, with a strong understanding of asphalt work from either a contractor or supplier perspective. Experience in both standalone surfacing operations and contract management up to £1 million is highly desirable. You will be expected to work across the South East and nationwide, with accommodation provided where necessary, and your own initiative, organisational aptitude and site experience will be key to success. Key responsibilities may include: • Leading and managing asphalt and surfacing contracts up to £1 million • Supervising site teams, subcontractors and quality assurance processes • Managing commercial performance and client relationships • Supporting planning, resourcing and delivery of complex surfacing projects • Assisting the operations director with operational and commercial decisions This Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager role is perfect for someone who has started on the tools and worked up through the ranks, enjoys a varied schedule and wants a pivotal role in a committed, specialist team. Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information.

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Supervisor to join our Highways business, in the Traffic Management team, based out of our depot in Brentwood, Essex. The successful candidate will work to instruction from Managers, ensuring all traffic management is installed, maintained and removed in accordance with Chapter 8 and scheme drawings. Working safely always complying with site rules and permitting regulations and representing VolkerHighways in a professional manner at all times. About you Previous experience in traffic management operations Previous experience in highways maintenance Competent in traffic Management design and implementation. Excellent people management skills Holds a clean valid UK Drivers Licence If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts. We are currently looking for a Supervisor to join our Highways business, in the Traffic Management team, based out of our depot in Wokingham. The successful candidate will work to instruction from Managers, ensuring all traffic management is installed, maintained and removed in accordance with Chapter 8 and scheme drawings. Working safely always complying with site rules and permitting regulations and representing VolkerHighways in a professional manner at all times. About you Previous experience in traffic management operations Previous experience in highways maintenance Competent in traffic Management design and implementation. Excellent people management skills Holds a clean valid UK Drivers Licence If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.