Reactive Pavement Supervisor - Dartford - Connect Plus Services

Description

The purpose of the Supervisor role within Connect Plus Services (CPS) is to support the delivery of safe, efficient and compliant construction and maintenance activities across the network. Acting as a key interface between site teams, contractors and stakeholders, the Supervisor ensures all works are delivered in accordance with approved RAMS, site work packs and relevant health, safety and quality standards.

The role involves managing day‑to‑day site operations, overseeing permit compliance, coordinating NEC contract requirements, and supporting the Works Manager in delivering projects to programme and specification. It also includes responsibility for overseeing the commercial, safety and quality performance of the PP18 contract, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with subcontractors to ensure exemplary standards of delivery.

Effective communication and meticulous record‑keeping are essential, providing clear feedback to the Asset team and ensuring a consistent flow of accurate information.

What You'll Be Doing

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment

• Conduct site safety inspections and lead site briefings.
• Enforce compliance with the CPP and EMP.
• Report incidents, lead investigations and authorise safe resumption of works.
• Promote a strong safety culture through DWB reporting and visible on‑site leadership.

Project Management & Contract Administration

• Manage compensation events (up to £50k) and support NEC contract processes.
• Coordinate with QS and Project Managers on commercial impacts.
• Review contractor competencies and manage NCRs.

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Approve RAMS, oversee ITPs and ensure adherence to design standards.
• Carry out snagging, material checks and maintain quality records.

Planning & Reporting

• Submit shift reports via Aconex (labour, plant and progress).
• Monitor and report on programme delivery.
• Manage short‑term schedules and coordinate associated meetings.

Stakeholder & Contractor Coordination

• Liaise with Network Rail, TfL, residents and third parties.
• Engage with internal innovation platforms and site teams.

Permit & Traffic Management

• Manage permits (e.g. confined space, hot works) and traffic management approvals.
• Conduct compliance checks and coordinate closures.

Emergency Response

• Act as an on‑call advisor and qualified first aider.
• Support temporary works reviews and respond to incidents as required.

Who We're Looking For

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Proven ability to lead and manage site teams effectively.
• Strong capability in driving continuous improvement and industry best practice.
• CSCS Supervisor or Manager card.
• Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
• Competence in preparing RAMS, applying quality assurance processes and coordinating temporary works.
• First Aid certification and relevant permit‑issuing qualifications (e.g. Hot Works, Confined Space).
• Strong engineering knowledge and understanding of what 'good' looks like on site.
• Experience in the design and construction of highway infrastructure projects.
• Strong written, verbal and client‑facing communication skills.
• Diligent, proactive and thorough with a strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative, practical approach to problem‑solving.
• Knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Specification for Highway Works.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience carrying out NEC Supervisor duties.
• Good working knowledge of traffic management and temporary works.
• Civil Engineering or Construction qualification (or equivalent experience).

Why Work for Us?

At Connect Plus Services (CPS), you'll be part of a world-class team maintaining and operating the M25, Europe's busiest motorway. As a joint venture between Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis, we play a vital role in keeping millions of journeys moving safely and efficiently.

A Career Like No Other

Working on the M25 offers unrivalled experience, challenges, and opportunities that no other highways project can provide. You'll be exposed to cutting-edge technology, large-scale infrastructure, and complex engineering solutions, making every day dynamic and rewarding.

Long-Term Stability & Growth

With just under 15 years remaining on this project, we offer career stability, professional development, and progression opportunities. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, we invest in your growth.

A Supportive & Inclusive Team

At CPS, your contributions matter. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where safety, innovation, and teamwork drive everything we do.

CPS is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint through sustainable practices and innovative solutions.

About us

CPS is a joint venture between Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis.

At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business.

To ensure we deliver on this commitment, we have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, proactive, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality. You can read our UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan in full at

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and Women into Construction. In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion.

Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

This is a hybrid role designed to fully maximize team collaboration on the project, we offer flexible working where you will typically be working from your base CPS office, Leatherhead, Dartford or South Mimms up to three days per week and two days from home.

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