Job Description

Freelance Groundworks Supervisor
Start Date: 06/07/2026
Duration: 6 Months

Day rate: 280- 320 DOE

SOS Group are recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Supervisor to join a major groundworks and civil engineering project on a 6-month contract commencing on 6th July 2026.

Working alongside the site management team, you will be responsible for supervising daily operations, coordinating subcontractors and direct labour, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day site operations across the groundworks package.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Ensure works are completed safely and in accordance with RAMS.
• Monitor productivity and programme performance.
• Conduct site briefings, toolbox talks and daily task planning.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout construction activities.
• Liaise with Site Engineers, Site Managers and client representatives.
• Identify and resolve site issues to maintain progress.
• Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture on site.

Requirements

• Previous experience supervising groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of drainage, foundations, roads, external works and associated infrastructure.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• CSCS Card essential.
• First Aid at Work preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to drive programme and maintain high standards of workmanship and safety.

This role would suit an experienced Supervisor, General Foreman or Working Foreman with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering projects.

If you're available for a July start and looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.