Vacancy: Construction Supervisor – Explosive Ordnance Detection & Clearance
Project: Major Infrastructure Programme
We are seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor to oversee pre-construction and construction-phase explosive ordnance detection and clearance activities on a major infrastructure project.
This is a specialist role focused on the coordination, supervision, and quality assurance of investigations and clearance works carried out by appointed specialist contractors. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery across all phases of the works.
Key Responsibilities
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Supervise explosive ordnance surveys before and during construction, including clearance activities
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Oversee probing works to locate and determine the position of potential ordnance sites
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Monitor clearance works for the safe and professional removal of explosive ordnance
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Coordinate and supervise all associated works and ancillary services required for project delivery
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Attend and contribute to weekly on-site coordination meetings for progress tracking and work preparation
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Review technical planning documents and inspect access routes, identifying bottlenecks and logistical constraints
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Carry out plausibility checks on stakeout and site set-out information
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Verify proper execution of works on site in line with technical, contractual, and safety requirements
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Support contractor briefings and site mobilisation activities
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Lead and document kick-off meetings and regular construction meetings on a weekly or biweekly basis
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Coordinate between construction contractors, specialist firms, authorities, and other relevant stakeholders
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Provide interface coordination support across impacted project areas such as rights of way, permitting, route planning, archaeology, and related disciplines
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Organise and participate in inspections and acceptance of completed works, including identifying defects and making acceptance recommendations
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Monitor and follow up on defect rectification
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Maintain and review construction documentation, including site layout plans, daily construction reports, section reports, site maps, and final documentation
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Participate in measurements and review measurement records
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Support the acceptance of services and deliveries
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Review contractor invoices and technical submissions
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Assess obstruction notices, variation claims, additional cost notices, and supplements from a technical perspective
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Review and report schedule deviations and delivery risks
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Verify compliance with HSE requirements, training obligations, and contractual quality standards
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Provide regular updates and technical feedback to the project management team
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Participate in condition assessments, approvals, and related site inspections
Candidate Profile
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Proven experience in construction supervision on infrastructure, civil engineering, rail, utility, or comparable projects
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Strong understanding of explosive ordnance detection and clearance operations or similar high-risk specialist works
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Experience coordinating multiple contractors, specialist providers, and public authorities
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Good knowledge of HSE compliance, quality standards, and construction documentation processes
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Confident leading meetings, tracking progress, and reporting on technical and commercial issues
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage interfaces across complex project environments
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Fluent communication skills in relevant project languages would be advantageous