General Foreman

GENERAL FOREMAN- LONG TERM APPOINTMENT Major Civil Infrastructure Project | Tier 1 Main Contractor The Opportunity We are looking to recruit an experienced, hands-on General Foreman to join a major civil infrastructure project being delivered by a leading Tier 1 contractor.

The project is entering a critical construction phase, with the structural steel frame now commencing erection. We are looking for a strong site-based individual who can take ownership of the day-to-day construction activities, drive the workforce and subcontractors, and maintain momentum across multiple work fronts.

Reporting directly to the Project Director, this is a key role requiring a visible, proactive and delivery-focused individual who is comfortable leading from the front and taking responsibility for getting the job done. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in heavy civils, groundworks and major infrastructure construction, alongside experience managing structural steel and associated construction activities.

Key Responsibilities Take a hands-on lead in the day-to-day running and delivery of site operations. Drive construction activities across civils, groundworks, structural steel and associated infrastructure works. Oversee and coordinate the ongoing structural steel frame erection programme.

Directly manage site supervisors, foremen, subcontractors and direct labour. Maintain a strong physical presence on site, ensuring teams are organised, productive and working to programme. Take ownership of daily planning, work sequencing, labour allocation and site productivity.

Coordinate groundworks, foundations, drainage, concrete, reinforced concrete and associated civil engineering activities. Manage interfaces between civil engineering works, structural steel erection, lifting operations and temporary works.

Work closely with engineering, planning and project management teams to overcome construction challenges and maintain progress. Monitor daily outputs, identify potential delays and take ownership of resolving issues before they impact the programme.

Provide regular and accurate progress updates directly to the Project Director. Ensure all works are delivered safely and in accordance with approved RAMS, quality standards and project specifications. Maintain high standards of site discipline, housekeeping, health and safety.

The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a genuine construction professional who has come through the ranks and understands what it takes to deliver major projects on the ground. You will ideally demonstrate: A proven track record as a General Foreman or Senior Foreman on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

Extensive hands-on experience in heavy civils and groundworks. Strong knowledge of earthworks, excavation, drainage, foundations...

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