General Foreman

Role Overview

A well-established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is looking to add a General Foreman to their team. With a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects across sectors including water, marine, and energy, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business known for its quality delivery and supportive team environment.

The position typically supports delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, including (but not limited to) water and wastewater works, marine structures, energy projects, and general infrastructure schemes.

Key Responsibilities

Site Supervision & Operations

• Supervise and coordinate site operatives, subcontractors, and plant.
• Allocate daily tasks and ensure efficient use of labour, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor progress against programme and report updates to Site/Project Manager.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and method statements.

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

• Enforce all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures on site.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inductions.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant legislation and company standards.
• Proactively identify hazards and implement control measures.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure all works meet required quality standards and client specifications.
• Assist with inspections, testing, and quality documentation.
• Identify and rectify defects or non-conformances.

Planning & Coordination

• Assist in short-term planning of works and sequencing of activities.
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to avoid delays.
• Ensure materials and plant are available when required.

Commercial Awareness

• Minimise waste and maximise productivity on site.
• Assist in controlling costs through efficient resource management.
• Report any issues that may impact budget or programme.

Communication & Leadership

• Provide clear direction and leadership to site teams.
• Maintain effective communication with management, clients, and stakeholders.
• Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.

Key Requirements

Experience

• Proven experience as a Foreman or General Foreman within civil engineering or construction.
• Experience managing direct labour and subcontractors on complex sites.

Qualifications

• Relevant construction/civil engineering qualification (desirable).
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS.
• CSCS card (appropriate level).
• First Aid at Work (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of construction methods and best practices.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.