Construction supervisor Salary UK
Construction and building trades supervisors in the UK earn a median salary of £45,000 a year (ONS ASHE 2025, gross pay, all employee jobs), and the middle half earn between £36,874 and £53,572. The figures cover the ONS occupation group “Construction and building trades supervisors” (SOC 5330).
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £45,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For construction and building trades supervisors, £45,021 is the typical (median) pay. That is above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +15% versus the national average. Experienced construction and building trades supervisors (top 25%) earn over £53,572.
About this role
Construction and building trades supervisors coordinate and oversee teams of tradespeople on construction sites. They plan work schedules, monitor quality, ensure safety compliance and manage the day-to-day delivery of construction activities within their area of responsibility.
Key responsibilities
- Supervising teams of construction tradespeople
- Planning and allocating daily work activities
- Monitoring work quality and ensuring specification compliance
- Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed on site
- Liaising with site managers, subcontractors and suppliers
Qualifications and entry routes
Requires substantial trade experience plus supervisory skills. SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS certification is standard. NVQ Level 3/4 in construction supervision. CSCS gold or black card.
Career outlook
Experienced supervisors are in strong demand. Progression pathway from trades to site supervision to site management offers clear career development.
Key skills
Common industries
- Construction contractors
- House builders
- Civil engineering
- Fit-out contractors
- Maintenance
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£30,549
0-2 years
Mid Level
£36,874
3-7 years
Senior
£53,572
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +75% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 19.9%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£21
Construction supervisor salary: common questions
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025). How the figures are built: salary data methodology.