Construction Supervisor

John Holland · Adelaide SA 5000 · Full time
Posted 11d ago

Construction Supervisor

John Holland
Adelaide SA 5000

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Full time

~$130k - $170k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Coordinate site crews, subcontractors and construction activities to meet production targets, schedules and budgets.
  • Lead health, safety, environmental and quality compliance, while identifying construction risks and resolving delivery issues.
  • Review drawings and work plans, report progress, manage subcontractor performance and support a high-performing site team.

The Project

The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031.  The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project.

The role

Reporting to the relevant Superintendent you will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and daily construction activities to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project plans, specifications, quality standards and construction schedules.

You will provide strong frontline leadership, drive production outcomes and ensure site activities are completed within agreed timeframes and budgets.

Responsibilitites

  • Coordinate and supervise multiple work crews, subcontractors and site activities to achieve daily and weekly production targets.
  • Lead by example in health, safety and environmental management, ensuring compliance with project requirements and procedures.
  • Contribute to construction methodologies, short-term programs and daily and weekly work planning.
  • Monitor construction progress, identify potential delays and proactively address issues impacting delivery.
  • Review construction drawings and design documentation, providing constructability input and supporting the implementation of approved designs.
  • Identify, assess and mitigate construction risks before works commence.
  • Manage subcontractor performance, contractual requirements and commercial considerations within delegated authority.
  • Prepare progress reports, shift handovers and regular updates for project leadership.
  • Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, workforce representatives and other project personnel.
  • Support the development and performance of Leading Hands, fostering a positive, accountable and high-performing site culture.

About you

  • A relevant trade qualification, with additional construction or project management qualifications highly regarded.
  • 2–5 years' experience in a construction supervisory role, supported by substantial industry experience.
  • Proven experience coordinating subcontractors, trades, site teams and direct labour.
  • Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, work planning and short-term scheduling.
  • The ability to interpret construction drawings, review design documentation and identify constructability issues.
  • Demonstrated understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements within a construction environment.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against project deadlines.

We offer

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.

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Skills

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Commercial managementConstructability reviewConstruction drawing interpretationConstruction methodologiesConstruction quality managementConstruction risk managementConstruction schedulingConstruction supervisionConstruction work planningContract managementEnvironmental managementExcellent communication skillsLeadershipPrioritisationProblem solvingProgress reportingRoad infrastructure constructionStakeholder managementSubcontractor managementTeam developmentTime managementWork health and safety

Licenses & certifications

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Construction qualificationProject management qualificationRelevant trade qualification

Perks & benefits

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Career development opportunitiesDiverse and inclusive workplaceOngoing development opportunities

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