Civils Site Supervisor in Thorne, Doncaster

Freelance Civils Site Supervisor – Highways

📍 Location: Thorne, South Yorkshire
💼 Contract: Freelance
📅 Duration: 6–7 Months
💷 Rate: Competitive Day Rate
🏗️ Sector: Civil Engineering / Highways

Unite People are currently recruiting for an experienced Freelance Civils Site Supervisor to work with an established main contractor on a highways infrastructure project in the Thorne area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable civil engineering contractor delivering an important road construction scheme, involving a range of general civils, earthworks, drainage and highway construction activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the project programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily site activities across general civils and highways construction packages.

• Coordinate subcontractors, plant, labour and materials to maintain progress.

• Oversee earthworks, drainage, road formation and associated infrastructure works.

• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and programme requirements.

• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks and site safety inspections.

• Monitor quality standards and ensure compliance with RAMS and site procedures.

• Liaise closely with Site Engineers, Site Managers and subcontractors to resolve operational issues.

• Maintain accurate site records and report on daily progress.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Civils Site Supervisor or General Foreman on highways or infrastructure projects.

• Strong background in general civil engineering, road construction, drainage and earthworks.

• Previous experience working for a main contractor or established civil engineering contractor.

• Valid SSSTS or SMSTS certification.

• CSCS card and First Aid qualification preferred.

• Strong understanding of site health and safety requirements.

• Excellent communication, organisation and subcontractor coordination skills.

What's on Offer

• 6–7 months of freelance work with an established main contractor.

• Opportunity to contribute to a significant local highways infrastructure scheme.

• Competitive day rate.

• Potential for further opportunities on future infrastructure projects.

To Apply

If you are an experienced Civils Site Supervisor with a background in highways and general civil engineering, please apply with your latest CV or contact Unite People for further information.