Project Supervisor (Bacton)

National Grid plc; Bacton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is seeking a Project Supervisor for their Bacton Gas Terminal. This role involves overseeing site activities, ensuring safety compliance, and facilitating communication between teams. The ideal candidate will have an ONC/HNC in engineering and strong site management experience. Responsibilities include monitoring contractors, chairing site meetings, and reviewing project documentation. Attractive benefits including a competitive salary, pension scheme, and professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus

Generous holiday allowance (26 days + bank holidays)

Flexible benefit scheme including private healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in project site management within a contracting environment.
• Ability to manage health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Principal Contractor meets duties under CDM regulations.
• Facilitate regular site safety walks and coordinate meetings.
• Monitor project progress and issue site instructions as necessary.

Skills

Site management experience

Proactive safety approach

Technical documentation review

Collaborative teamwork

Education

ONC/HNC level in engineering

Job description

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£46,500 to £55,000 plus up to 6% bonus, and overtime

Bacton

This role requires you to be on site 5 days a week.

About us

National Gas is securing Britain's energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters thatallow millions of homes and businessesto access the energy they need.We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

As a Project Supervisor, you'll be the eyes and ears on the ground across our Bacton Gas Terminal, making sure everything runs smoothly and safely. This role is all about keeping projects on track, ensuring contractors meet their responsibilities, and maintaining high standards in line with National Gas policies. You'll be a key link between the site teams and the project management team - monitoring progress, resolving issues, and making sure work is delivered to the right quality, on time, and in a safe environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensuring the Principal Contractor (PC) proactively meets their duties under CDM regulations, particularly around safety.
• Facilitating regular site safety walks, coordinating meetings with contractors, controlling site access/egress, and maintaining a site diary.
• Reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements for suitability.
• Providing input on PC Site Delivery Programmes, monitoring progress, and advising on risks.
• Chairing weekly Site Progress Meetings, issuing and filing minutes.
• Inspecting materials and workmanship against industry construction standards.
• Acting as Engineer’s Representative for monitoring site activities and understanding contract documentation.
• Issuing site instructions (with Project Manager approval) and authenticating PC record sheets.
• Reviewing and confirming PC Commissioning programmes for deliverability.
• Establishing and maintaining a drawing documentation system with clear indexing and revisions.
• Supporting the Project Manager with contract administration, including Early Warning Notices and evidence gathering.

About you

You'll bring strong site management experience, a proactive approach to safety and compliance, and the ability to work collaboratively with contractors and project teams. You'll be confident in reviewing technical documentation and managing progress to ensure successful delivery.

Key requirements & experience

• ONC/HNC level (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
• Basic project management skills, including risk management for scope, time, cost, quality, safety, and security of supply
• Awareness of NEC4 contracts
• Strong understanding of Safety and Environmental legislation, policies, and CDM Regulations
• Previous experience in project site management within a contracting environment
• Knowledge of National Gas and Partner HR policies and procedures
• Ability to fulfil the role of T/PM/SCO/91 and T/PM/SCO/94 competent person
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Management training or qualifications - desirable
• Full UK car driving licence

Security clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk ).

What we offer

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
Double-match pension scheme (max. company contribution 12%)
Generous holiday allowance (26 days + bank holidays)
Flexible benefit scheme, incl. private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, and more
Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you’re unable to work due to long-term illness or injury
Excellent family friendly provisions such as maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
Professional development opportunities inc. financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
Inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking workplace

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident, and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.