Closing Date
01/04/2026
Job Title: Engineering & Construction Contract (ECC) Supervisor (Wastewater Delivery)
Location: Falmer (Hybrid Working)
Salary: circa £55k
Are you passionate about driving excellence in construction? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where safety, quality, and innovation come together? Southern Water is looking for a Quality Assurance Supervisor to be the eyes and ears on-site, ensuring our infrastructure projects meet the highest standards under the NEC Contract.
Job Overview
As a key player in our construction delivery team, you’ll lead quality assurance across major infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. Supervise our Delivery Partners (DPs & SDPs) to ensure work meets the Works Information and safety regulations. Champion a “right first time” approach, witnessing critical construction hold points and commissioning tests. Provide expert guidance and mentoring to junior team members and drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance delivery processes.
Responsibilities Will Include
* Ensuring health, safety, and security on-site
* Managing construction inspections and defect resolution
* Solving pre-construction and on-site challenges
* Supporting commissioning activities
* Assisting delivery teams and reporting
About You
The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in NEC4 Contract Management, with a thorough understanding of the Supervisor duties outlined within the contract. They will hold a background in Civil or Process Engineering, qualified to HNC level or above, and have proven experience in construction management and contractor supervision. A valid NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification is essential, alongside familiarity with key industry standards and regulations including CDM, CESWI, WIMES, and Regulation 31 requirements.
Package
This role will be full time Monday to Friday 37 hours a week.
Benefits
* Company and performance-related bonus
* Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
* 25 days annual leave
* Life assurance equal to 4x salary
* Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
* Health Cash Plan
* Full funded eye tests
* Two paid volunteering days a year
* Occupational health service
* Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
* Digital GP service
* Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
* Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options
* Cycle to work scheme
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. You will need to provide evidence of eligibility (e.g. a passport or long birth certificate and proof of NI) and current proof of address (dated within the last 3 months), will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you do not meet these criteria, your application will not be considered.
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