Site manager

We're looking for a Development Management Site Inspector to join our Highway Development Management team based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping new developments across the region, acting as a trusted point of contact for developers and their contractors throughout the construction of new streets destined for adoption by the local highway authority. The role offers a great mix of site-based oversight, stakeholder engagement, and real impact on local infrastructure.

Part of our Asset & Professional Services team, this role supports both North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council, giving exposure to a varied portfolio of projects and the chance to build strong relationships across multiple partners.

Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire – Daily travel to construction sites and the office required with occasional working from home possible.
Hours: Permanent Fulltime 37.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Development Management Site Inspector, this role offers the opportunity to be at the heart of delivering key infrastructure that supports new developments. The focus is on overseeing works within the existing highway network, as well as new infrastructure for future adoption, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely as projects progress.

Working closely with developers and contractors, the role plays an important part in maintaining high standards, supporting the team to ensure all works are completed in line with highway authority requirements. It's a great opportunity to influence quality, build strong relationships on site, and contribute to projects that make a visible difference to local communities.

Your day to day will include:

• Monitoring developer and contractor works for compliance with approved documentation, specifications, planning requirements, legal agreements and permits
• Identifying non-compliant work, agreeing remedial action and monitoring successful completion
• Ensuring operational and public safety, including traffic management compliance
• Liaising with developers, designers, contractors and technical teams to identify and agree design changes
• Maintaining accurate project databases and records, including inspection reports, audits and as-built records

What are we looking for?

This role of Development Management Site Inspector could be a great fit if:

• Relevant experience in civil engineering is in place, supported by an HNC/HND level qualification or equivalent
• Previous involvement in supervising highway works on site, including familiarity with Section 38 and Section 278 processes
• A good understanding of Safety at Street Works and Road Works (code of practice) and CDM roles
• Strong organisational skills are demonstrated, with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills are brought to build positive and collaborative working relationships

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits .

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.