Foreman

Your new role

You will be joining your new company as a Foreman / Supervisor on a major 95m Scottish Water infrastructure project based in Perthshire. This is a long‑term freelance opportunity of at least 2 years on a flagship water and wastewater scheme, offering strong continuity of work and involvement in a safety‑critical, high‑profile project.

As Foreman / Supervisor, you will be responsible for the daily management of site operations, coordinating labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification. You will act as a key link between site management and the workforce, maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, and compliance.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising direct labour and subcontractors across multiple work fronts
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with Scottish Water standards and specifications
• Implementing and maintaining high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality compliance
• Delivering daily briefings, toolbox talks and site inductions
• Planning short‑term works and coordinating resources efficiently
• Working closely with the Site Manager and engineering team to resolve site issues
• Producing daily site records, permits, and supporting site documentation

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Foreman or Supervisor on civil engineering or utilities projects
• Previous experience working on Scottish Water or similar regulated infrastructure schemes (highly advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of groundworks, drainage, pipelines, concrete and temporary works
• A proactive approach to health and safety with confidence enforcing site standards
• The ability to manage subcontractors and self‑deliver teams effectively
• Excellent communication skills and a solutions‑focused mindset

Relevant tickets and qualifications:

• SMSTS or SSSTS
• EUSR 1+2
• CSCS (Supervisor or Manager level)
• Temporary Works Supervisor (desirable)
• Confined Spaces / EUSR Water Hygiene (desirable)

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

• A long‑term freelance contract on a major 95m infrastructure project
• Competitive day rate, paid weekly
• Consistent work with a nationally recognised Tier 1 contractor
• A strong site team and professional working environment
• The opportunity to build a lasting relationship for future projects in Scotland

What you need to do now

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