Site Supervisor (Rail)

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

12/18/2024

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Your mission:

To assist your Contract Manager in managing either a stand-alone 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.

Role Purpose:

To manage and oversee site-level 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 on-site 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 Control's 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 non-compliances 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 time-tag 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 site-level queries and decision-making.
• 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 post-work sign-offs.
• Address and resolve client concerns promptly, fostering trust and long-term collaboration.
• Promote social value by engaging with local communities through project initiatives that support local economies and enhance the company’s 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 on-site 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 clean-up activities or community engagement events.
• Minimise material waste on-site 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.
  
  

COMPETENCIES WE NEED YOU TO POSSESS

• Operational Excellence: Deliver projects right first time, every time, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• 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 win-win 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.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 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).
  
  

What we offer:

At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:

Awards, Accolades and Culture

• We have been awarded ‘world-class’ status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the ‘Top 100 Large Companies to Work For’ league table.
• Certified B-Corp Accredited, Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.
• We inclusively support ‘The Race at Work Charter’, ‘Ban the Box’, ‘The Armed Forces Covenant’ and are ‘Disability Confident'
• We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund, an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
• By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and working towards achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.
• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!
  
  

Perks and Benefits

• Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.
• Nursery Vouchers, Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans
• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm, the wellbeing app
• A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.
• Training, development, coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities
• Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.
• Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme, access to Wagestream and employee share options
  
  

How we work:

We put people at the centre of everything we do.

Everyone is welcome. We’re embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we’ll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we’re stronger.

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