Senior Supervisor

The Role

Our  joint venture in conjunction with Balfour Beatty, AtkinsRealis and Egis has a terrific opportunity for a Senior Supervisor as part of the Connect Plus Services (CPS) team based in South Mimms, Leatherhead or Dartford.

The Senior Supervisor ensures safe, compliant and accurate delivery of schemes from pre-construction through to practical site completion, through the leadership / management of the Supervisor team and the associated processes, procedures and/or working practices.

The role leads the Supervisors who support construction phase relationships and information CPS teams with the aim of ensuring we plan for safe and cost-effective solutions to maintain or improve the asset to the standards agreed. To ensure suitable engineering supervision of construction operations so to ensure CPS is confident Design, H&S, Asbestos & Temporary works are all being managed as per the expected design & process.

The role holds responsibilities of both CDM regulations and NEC contract requirements, ensuring practical constructability reviews take place during pre-construction design stage and then ensuring inspection and physical witnessing onsite is undertaken during construction.

The role is independent from the framework contractors and is primarily focused on ensuring the project is constructed in accordance to the design, specifications and procedures set out by CP/CPS.

What you’ll be doing

Working collaboratively with the M25 Community for the schemes you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring responsibilities and objectives set in each years Zero Harm Plan are met during delivery on each project in their portfolio and demonstrate leadership in continuous improvement of the culture of their team.
• Ensuring a high-quality relationship with Portfolio Managers and project teams to embrace the requirements of the one team approach.
• Developing good relationships with all other teams and clients to ensure that all parties project requirements are understood and accounted for.
• Sharing knowledge and resources when required across the Project Delivery Team, to maximise efficiencies and to limit risk exposure to the business.
• Leading the scheduling of work across their team to ensure utilisation is at a maximum
• Supporting Portfolio Managers in the development their staff, where identified as adding value to the business.
• Driving and Living the Connect Plus Services Values Safe & Well, Excellence, Reliable and Sustainable
• As part of the integrated delivery team you will be expected to contribute to:
  • Maintaining high standards of safety and quality control on the contract via the monitoring of the construction works;
  • Resolution of technical problems on site;
  • Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting and collaborating with the integrated delivery team to form strong working relationships.
  • Develop design understanding to help provide a much needed link between design and technical construction engineering input onsite.

Working arrangements:

We have offices based in Dartford, Leatherhead and South Mimms and are flexible as to which office you are based at.

There is a requirement to work weekends and nights, including developing and managing the process for handover between shifts.

Who we’re looking for

• Experience and ability to lead and manage effectively construction teams.
• Strong ability to drive continuous improvement and best industry practise within the team
• Relevant knowledge of engineering and knowledge of what good looks like
• Drive and a desire to deliver excellence.
• Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience
• Experience of the design and construction of highway infrastructure projects
• Good written, client-facing and communication skills
• Diligent, proactive and thorough approach to detail.
• Collaborative and practical approach to problem solving.
• Knowledge of the Design Manual Road and Bridges and Specification for Highway Works
• Experience in carrying out duties of NEC supervisor.
• Good knowledge of traffic management and temporary works
• Civil Engineering / Construction qualification
• Relevant knowledge of engineering and knowledge of what good looks like
• A working understanding of other engineering and construction disciplines, along with a willingness to challenge the norm.

Why work for us?

CPS represents an exciting collaboration between industry giants Balfour Beatty, AtkinsRéalis, and Egis! Together, we spearhead the operation and maintenance of none other than the M25—the bustling heartbeat of European motorways. Imagine the thrill of orchestrating over £100 million of annual investment into this vital highway infrastructure, meticulously planning and executing projects amidst the constant flow of traffic. Whether you’re already immersed in the world of Highways or eager to embark on this exhilarating journey, the M25 promises an unparalleled experience, brimming with challenges and opportunities that simply cannot be matched elsewhere!

We foster diversity and inclusivity in our workplace, actively welcoming applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, all are encouraged to apply. Our goal is to cultivate a supportive and respectful environment where every employee can excel. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us.

Note to all internal CPS employees:

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through your parent company’s careers portal by entering the job title in the search bar. If your employing company is not advertising this role, please submit your CV and the role title to recruitment@connectplusm25.co.uk