Overview
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At Jacobs, we are delivering infrastructure projects for Hertfordshire County Council. You will be the on-site point of contact—monitoring contractor performance, inspecting works, and safeguarding quality and safety standards to influence highways and infrastructure services across the county.
Responsibilities
* Conduct site inspections and audits, ensuring works meet contractual and technical standards.
* Monitor health and safety compliance and report near misses.
* Review traffic management and ensure safe, signed routes.
* Maintain detailed site diaries and photographic records.
* Measure quantities and verify specifications, materials, and workmanship.
* Liaise with contractors, stakeholders, and the public to resolve issues and maintain collaborative relationships.
* Support contract management processes including Early Warnings, Defect Certificates, and payment reviews.
* Represent the client’s interests with professionalism and integrity.
* Spend most of your time on-site across Hertfordshire, driving safely between locations.
Qualifications
* Practical experience in Highways and other infrastructure sectors (roads, rail, water, or buildings).
* A full UK Category B/B1 driving licence with a safe driving record.
* Proven track record as an NEC Site Supervisor or equivalent on complex projects.
* Strong understanding of Health and Safety standards.
* Ability to produce high-quality records and reports.
* Independent, able to work with limited supervision and on own initiative.
* Clear and confident communicator—both written and verbal.
* Methodical, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
* Proficient in MS Word, MS Teams, and other digital tools.
* A collaborative mindset and commitment to Jacobs’ values of fairness, respect, and dignity.
About Jacobs and Inclusion
Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and we support flexible working where possible. We are committed to inclusion and belonging in the workplace, and we work with partners to attract a diverse talent pool. We are a disability confident employer and welcome applications from candidates who may require flexible working or do not meet all listed requirements. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the role. For accessibility or recruitment support, please contact Careers Support.
Job locations and related roles
Cambridge, Bedford, Chawston, Borehamwood, London, St Albans, Dunstable, Luton, Harlow, and other locations as listed.
UK transportation and construction roles posted by Jacobs may include multiple locations and postings.
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