Built Environment -Construction Supervisor

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Key Information

Job title – Built Environment -Construction Supervisor

Grade – SMF1
Salary-  £67,283.00
Location – Palestra/Hybrid

Contract Type – Full Time- Permanent- London Underground

Overview of project/role

As the Built Environment Construction Supervisor your primary purpose is to supervise BE site works within APD Built Environment to ensure the all works are delivered against the plan with a key focus on safety and quality. Ensuring that site progress reports are available to provide a clear and concise narrative for APD Built Environment team with associated recommendations for resolution.

You will be the focal point for identifying and escalating issues on site to ensure issues relating to Safety, Performance and Quality standards can be resolved swiftly to support TfLs business targets, statutory and legal obligations and contractual responsibilities. You will be responsible for works progress and provide subject matter expertise on safety and 'buildability' to support the implementation of technical solutions for the benefit of TfL.

 Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for the supervision and daily shift reporting on BE works to measure supplier performance and identify safety / quality concerns with recommendations for resolution.
• Responsible for carrying out own PGIs, actioning / closing PGI findings with suppliers, supporting Safety Hours, undertaking incident investigations (IE2), reporting and providing recommendations and for supporting the Construction Manager in implementing the Safety Improvement Plan.
• Provide advice on practical implementation of asset maintenance requirements, contractual obligations, TfL Engineering standards and current legislation associated with the works and its delivery.
• Responsible for the timely investigation, analysis and resolution of asset failures and/or improvements.
• Provide advice in relation to implementation / buildability of design works and design development to ensure works can be implemented on site.
• Effectively collaborate with key stakeholders to evaluate and interpret project requirements to ensure customer needs are met and TfL standards are adhered to.
• Accountable for the review / agreement of working proposals, safe system of works ensuring compliance with CDM Regs and other industry legislation / statutory requirements / internal standards (eg. QUENSH).
• Support works planning by providing buildability advice to identify delivery risks in BE works evaluations prior to contract award(s).
• Ensure that completed work meets customer, performance, quality and relevant Engineering Standards and own the Completion Certificate validation / sign off.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Skills

• The ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously which will be at various stages completion.
• Good investigation skills aligned to health and safety / asset condition.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a high pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance and swift understanding of complex issues and tasks.
• IT proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel,Outlook etc)
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills – both  oral and written including excellent report writing.
• Excellent problem solver/able to provide well thought through solutions and establish root-causes
• Excellent team player - able to work effectively with all areas of the organisation.
• Good organisation and time management skills.

Knowledge

A ONC / NVQ / C&G or equivalent demonstrable experience in an appropriate engineering / construction discipline (Essential)

• Practicalunderstanding of current legislation relating to the engineering discipline. A clear understanding of LU standards. A good working knowledge of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) regulations and H&S legislation (essential)
• The holder of this post will be required to hold a driving license (Essential)
• Knowledge of CDM and the regulations (Essential)
• IOSH/NEBOSH certification (Desirable)

• The role holder is required to have the ability to hold and utilise the following licenses / certifications:
• Confined Space Working / Working at Height / Machine Room Awareness (Essential)
• Track Competence (Depot and Track)

Experience

• Experience of being part of a team to deliver to specified targets.
• Experience of managing safety and investigating safety related incidents.
• Experience of working in the track and station environment in Traffic Hours, Engineering Hours.

• Experience of evaluation of supplier bids for Premises maintenance works in conjunction with other team members.
• Experience in the process for mobilisation of site works and good practice supervision of the construction phase.
• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Experience in supervising maintenance contractors to meet performance standards.
• Proven experience in assisting with the recommendation and implementation of cost effective solutions.

 Application Process  

• Please apply using your CV only
• Think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience in the advert and cover this in your CV
• PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images 
• This is a safety critical role so you will need to get clearance from our Occupational Health team before you start.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 5th November at 11:59PM .We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 

Vetting Process 

At Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter (https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/careers/our-vetting-process) explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn’t match or can’t be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application, but we’ll always treat you with transparency, respect, and clear communication throughout. 

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory right‑to‑work checks.  Candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.  At the present time TfL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Benefits  
In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow.  Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:
 
Final salary pension scheme 
Free travel for you on the TfL network 
Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home or 75% reimbursement on a 28-day flexi ticket
29 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays 
TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow
Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional) 
Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
Retail, health, leisure and travel offers 
Discounted Eurostar travel
 
Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4 week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements. 

We will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.