Site Supervisor
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- What's it like to be a Site Supervisor?
- How to become a Site Supervisor
- Latest Site Supervisor jobs
- Top skills and experience for Site Supervisors
What's it like to be a Site Supervisor?
A Site Supervisor manages a team or project on-site during the construction phase of a project. This project could be a public or private endeavour, depending on the employer. Site Supervisors collaborate with the Site Engineers, Project Managers, and other construction-related workers. Their management of the construction site requires leadership and communication skills which can impact how a project is completed.
Tasks and duties
- Managing worker teams and delegating tasks to meet construction goals.
- Monitoring safety hazards.
- Enforcing safety policies that may impact project deadlines.
- Providing assistance in health and safety compliance of workers.
How to become a Site Supervisor
To become a Site Supervisor you need to show proof of practical experience of working on-site on construction projects. You may also need to take additional certifications.
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Complete a bachelor degree in civil engineering or a related degree. This may take up to four years to complete.
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Take an apprenticeship or internship at a construction site to gain practical experience working in on-site construction.
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Apply for a junior role and highlight your apprenticeship or internship experience to get hired.
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Get trade certifications such as the Site Construction Work for Workplace Safety and Health (SCWSH), Building Construction Supervisor Safety (BCSS), or other construction-related certifications.