General Foreman Civil Engineering

Esh Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company in Leeds is looking for an experienced General Foreman to manage on-site construction activities for civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will ensure safety, quality, and budget compliance while leading teams effectively. Responsibilities include supervising direct labour and subcontractor teams and maintaining high-quality standards throughout project execution. If you have experience in civil engineering and a proactive approach, this opportunity may be for you.

Benefits

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Hybrid Working

Pension plan

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Exclusive savings on shopping

Buy and Sell Holidays

Cycle to Work

Qualifications

• Experience in delivery of large civil engineering schemes, including Highways, Drainage, and Structures.
• Good IT Skills with knowledge and experience using Microsoft office.
• UK driving licence, Clean or low on points.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all on-site construction activities across civil engineering projects.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget.
• Maintain excellent site records and document activities accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

CSCS card – minimum gold standard

First aid at work certificate preferred

Confined space training and Street works Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive General Foreman to oversee and manage all on-site construction activities across civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the supervision of direct labour and subcontractor teams, ensuring that all works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. A strong commitment to Health and Safety, operational efficiency, and defect‑free delivery is essential. This role presents an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful execution of infrastructure schemes.

Location:

Leeds

What we will expect from you:

• Can independently & confidently carry out Inductions and TBT briefings
• Operates and promotes safe working on site implementing company HSE standards, paying specific attention to HSE legislation and quality (Leads by example)
• Ensure all works are carried out in line with approved method statements and risk assessments and can deliver RAMs briefings
• Can complete the relevant daily and weekly permits such as PUWER/LOLER/Permit to dig and deliver briefings to site teams
• Has a good understanding of HSE procedures within Esh Group and undertakes the necessary reporting and documentation befitting to role
• Ensure site personnel have task relevant training requirements and is entered on site personnel training register
• Achieves good standards on site (4 score)
• Can fulfil the role of Temporary Works Supervisor
• Good knowledge of construction activities including drainage, deep excavation, road construction, structures, and temporary works
• Assists with promoting best practice, identifying efficiencies and innovation
• Can provide ideas /troubleshoot day to day project delivery issues
• Can assist the project planner with Project Programme and as‑built monthly updates
• Provides input into efficiency and innovation planning and implementation (Collaborative Planning)
• Contributes to and deliver works aligned to the master programme
• Schedules, co‑ordinates and allocates supervision to the daily activities of gangs/site operatives and ensures gangs/site operatives complete all required documentation in line with company requirements
• Tracks and documents daily work productions. (Daily diary)
• Can plan resource requirements in advance and communicate requirements effectively to line manager
• Organises and manages the hire and off‑hire of external/internal equipment on a daily basis
• Ensure the completion of works on time, within budget and compliant with specification, proactively driving progress of the works, challenging methods to maximise progress and minimise costs
• Maintains up to date and accurate records of measurement for direct and subcontract works to support QS
• Assists in Monthly CVR with QS, and is transparent in reporting
• Has a basic understanding of subcontractor orders and the responsibilities of ESH attendances and can and communicate this to the wider team
• Can identify risks and opportunities and communicates in monthly reports to management
• Maintain excellent site records and document activities accurately
• Consistently uses VP where required for key documentation reporting
• Carry out and records site inspections. (QA Control/ITP)
• Can co‑ordinate deliveries and collection of materials and necessary quality checks as required
• Has the experience to liaise with customers/suppliers/third parties as necessary alongside the Construction Liaison Officer
• Maintains good relationships with all stakeholders including internal team, Client, and subcontractors
• Has an understanding of Sector QA and demonstrates buy in by compliance
• Has the ability to recognise defective works and rectify in a timely manner
• Ensures project team and SC supply chain deliver to high standards (Lead by Example)

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

Qualifications:

• Experience in delivery of large civil engineering schemes, including Highways, Drainage and Structures
• Good IT Skills with knowledge and experience using Microsoft office and other relevant software
• Holds a CSCS card – minimum gold standard
• Confined space training and Street works Qualification are preferred
• First aid at work certificate preferred
• UK driving licence, Clean or low on points

Attributes & Skills:

• Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner
• Is open and honest
• Friendly and approachable
• Encourages and supports other colleagues
• Has a ‘can do / will do’ attitude
• Remains focused can work to meet deadlines
• Is open to new ideas and listens to others point of view
• Can adapt their communication style to suit colleagues/client and customer
• Can take feedback on own performance and takes steps to improve this

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working

Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)

Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Drive greener with our ultra‑low emission vehicle leasing option.

Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.

Buy and Sell Holidays

Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.

Cycle to Work

Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working

Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable)