Site Supervisor

Site Supervisor (Rail)

Location: Bedford Milton Keynes Northampton (to cover projects between London to Leicestershire)

Salary: Competitive company vehicle

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week MondayFriday

What youll do:

To assist your Contract Manager in managing either a standalone contract and/or a contract area as part of a wider framework agreement. As a Site Manager you will be responsible for driving programme delivery ensuring that all work is completed to the highest possible standards in safety environment quality customer service compliance and profitability. Your leadership will also support continuous improvement in team performance documentation and client satisfaction.

To manage and oversee sitelevel activities with a strong focus on operational excellence client relationships and adherence to company values and standards. You will lead field teams supervise work progress and ensure efficient documentation compliance and financial outcomes for assigned projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Management & Site Supervisor

• Plan and manage site activities ensuring smooth progress of work and minimal disruption.
• Interpret project designs plans and specifications and communicate these effectively to the site team.
• Monitor project progress against schedules addressing deviations promptly and reporting updates to stakeholders.
• Manage onsite resources including labour equipment and materials ensuring optimal utilisation.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure seamless operations.
• Ensure compliance with all health safety environmental and quality standards in line with Ground Controls governance processes.
• Supervise and motivate site teams ensuring high morale and adherence to project objectives.
• Conduct toolbox talks site inductions and safety briefings as required fostering a culture of safety awareness.
• Monitor subcontractors work to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of field teams to ensure alignment with operational compliance and sustainability standards.
• Conduct site inspections and audits regularly to ensure work standards are maintained and any noncompliances are addressed.
• Address and resolve site issues conflicts or delays promptly maintaining accountability among all team members.

Documentation and Reporting

• Scope and survey site works to assess requirements constraints and risks.
• Accurately timetag works required to support scheduling and resource planning.
• Create and maintain accurate site records including daily diaries progress reports and timesheets.
• Prepare and submit required documentation such as RAMS/WPP (Risk Assessments and Method Statements or Work Package Plans) SSOW (Safe Systems of Work) and Task Briefing Sheets.
• Document lessons learned from completed projects and integrate them into future planning.
• Ensure all documentation is saved and organised in the correct contract file on SharePoint or other nominated GC system reducing manual paperwork through digitisation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies processes and governance frameworks.

Leadership and Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for sitelevel queries and decisionmaking.
• Lead by example promoting a culture of safety quality teamwork and sustainability.
• Work collaboratively with other teams including design procurement and contracts to optimise project outcomes.
• Negotiate landowner consents for works and access maintaining positive relationships and addressing concerns proactively.
• Actively support initiatives to improve leadership capabilities and environmental awareness at the site level.

Client and Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong client relationships ensuring satisfaction with project delivery.
• Regularly liaise with clients to provide updates and manage postwork signoffs.
• Address and resolve client concerns promptly fostering trust and longterm collaboration.
• Promote social value by engaging with local communities through project initiatives that support local economies and enhance the companys reputation as a responsible business.

Environmental and Sustainability

• Support the implementation of client environmental and sustainability commitments by ensuring daily site operations align with agreed goals and industry standards.
• Ensure onsite use of suppliers and subcontractors aligns with sustainable and ethical goals as directed by management.
• Participate in and promote initiatives that positively impact the communities in which we operate such as local cleanup activities or community engagement events.
• Minimise material waste onsite by implementing efficient work practices and promoting the reuse or recycling of materials where possible.
• Regularly review and audit waste transfer documentation for site activities including those completed by subcontractors and escalate discrepancies to the Contract Manager.

What were looking for:

• Operational Excellence: Deliver projects right first time every time ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Performance and accountability.
• Negotiation Skills: Effectively negotiate with landowners and other stakeholders to achieve win
• Leadership and Team Management: Inspire and lead teams effectively promoting high performance and accountability.
• Negotiation Skills: Effectively negotiate with landowners and other stakeholders to achieve winwin outcomes.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong ability to manage budgets control costs and optimise project margins.
• Technical Expertise: Sound knowledge of construction processes health and safety regulations and quality standards.
• IT Competence: Proficient in using company systems including GC systems SharePoint and other software tools.

• CSCS card (Site Manager/Supervisor level).

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme).
  
• PIC/
  
• NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant field.
• CSCS card (Site Manager/Supervisor level).
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme).
• PIC/COSS (Rail) and Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) certifications (where applicable).

Why join us:

Career Development Focus:Were committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths training and tailored development programs including our GC Leadership Academy job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities:Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment:Work in a supportive engaging and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package:Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package along with flexible working options including:

23 days holiday Increasing with length of service bank holidays

Yearly bonus scheme & Share options

Robust pension scheme

Medigold employee support Free Flu Jabs Online private GP Service

Free or subsidised national gym memberships

Employee Recognition Scheme

2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UKbased grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973 Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services including grounds maintenance winter gritting landscape construction design arboriculture electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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