Job Description

Salary at 45 hours per week:

From 53,314.31 per year (Grade 9)

Contract:

Permanent, Full-time, Countywide

Location:

Working on projects across North Yorkshire

NY Highways are growing our External Works team. This is an opportunity to become part of the management leading our site teams. You will be working on a diverse array of projects across North Yorkshire and the North East.

These works supplement the guaranteed work that NY Highways delivers on behalf of North Yorkshire Council. As a result, we can offer a confirmed, long-term and secure portfolio of works with the opportunity for career development.

As a leader in the External Works team, you will play a key part in managing multiple teams in the delivery of a number of large-scale projects. With million pound schemes planned all around North Yorkshire's diverse landscape, this is an excellent opportunity to join us at a pivotal time as we continue to grow.

Why Work for NY Highways?

Permanent, full-time position with a 45-hour working week and ample opportunity for overtime and weekend working Recruitment payment of up to 10% of salary at appointment is available for certain roles Annual pay awards and additional performance rewards linked to successful project delivery Recognition payments for exceptional performance Honorarium payments for acting up or deputising for others Retention payments of up to 8% of salary for up to 2 years, subject to performance, available for certain roles Opportunities for career progression including a strong commitment to your training and development, including a variety of courses to support your career growth Generous paid annual leave starting at 24 days, increasing to 29 days with 5 years' service, plus bank holidays. Other types of paid or unpaid leave to support your family circumstances Company pension employer contribution up to 6% Other benefits including the opportunity to sell and buy leave where appropriate - for further information on our benefits and discount schemes

As an External Works Senior Supervisor...

You will lead a skilled team of Gangers, Craftspeople, and Operatives. You will also manage subcontractors to deliver highways external works across North Yorkshire on time and within budget.

Working primarily on-site, you'll play a pivotal role in developing and managing work programmes, delivering the project and ensuring the highest standards of Health and Safety compliance. You'll oversee Integrated Management System procedures, maintain Health and Safety plans, and collaborate closely with partner organisations and stakeholders.

An important aspect of this role will be working with the Commercial Team during the tender process to produce programmes of work to create efficient work schedules. Your developed financial acumen will help you when regularly reviewing spend and progress projections against agreed work schemes.

Responsibilities will also include contributing to the initial programme development, managing daily resources such as materials, plant, and labour, and providing regular updates on project progress and spending.

This is a key opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact on major infrastructure projects across North Yorkshire and joining a committed and passionate team of highways professionals.

Essential Criteria:

Degree in Civil Engineering, or HNC, or NVQ4, or equivalent experience Traffic Management TW1, TM2 and T7 SMSTS or SSSTS desirable Knowledge and experience of Highways or Construction activities IT Competency Working knowledge of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works
Read the full here: https://nyresourcing.co.uk/ny-highways-opportunities/ny-highways-opportunities-current-vacancies/#

How to Apply:

Ready to take the lead and brighten up our County? Apply today and help us build a safer, smarter future.

Apply today by clicking here and become a vital part of our External Works team.

Questions?

Contact Ashley Benford (Resourcing Partner) on 07814 932 389 or ashley.benford@northyorks.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is midnight on

Tuesday 21st of October 2025

Interviews are planned to take place

week commencing 27th of October 2025

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline. NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 51,863.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Work Location: In person