General Foreman- Civils

SISK Group; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a General Foreman - Civils to manage the onsite programme, ensuring delivery, workmanship, and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in construction management. Responsibilities include planning site activities, preparing key stages for the project, and ensuring all safety protocols are met. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including remote working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Car or Car Allowance

26 days holiday

Employer pension

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven track record of at least ten years in construction management.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and proactive planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the onsite programme in respect of delivery, workmanship and safety.
• Establish and monitor key stage programmes.
• Plan and coordinate trades activities.

Skills

Construction management

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

First Aid at work certificate

IOSH or equivalent H&S management training

Tools

Project management software

Construction safety equipment

Job description

Overview

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The General Foreman is responsible to the Contracts Manager and works closely with the Quantity Surveyor. They are responsible for the management of the onsite programme in respect of delivery, workmanship and safety. The General Foreman ensures that adequate and proper labour, plant, materials and subcontractor's resources are available to meet the requirements of the contract and in line with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor key stage programmes
• Set up the site and maintain site security (Maintain site hutting, hoardings and signboards to present a tidy and professional appearance)
• Take possession of the site, plan and coordinate trades activities
• Apply for temporary service connections
• Interpret drawings and specification and communicate directions to site personnel, Subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensure that adequate method statements and risk assessments (RAs) are completed for high-risk activities
• Request outstanding information from the professional team and confirm all verbal instructions
• Assist with ensuring all necessary approvals are in place to allow project to progress without risk (e.g. Hoarding Licence)
• Review buildability and identify methods of construction with commercial or programme advantage where possible
• With the Environmental Co-ordinator implement the environmental controls and work towards the objectives set out in the HSE plan (Civils)
• Attend site meetings, subcontract and internal meetings - maintain and circulate notes and action points
• Good written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with colleagues, clients and third parties

Qualifications and Requirements

• A proven track record of at least ten years within a construction management environment with a similar National/Regional Contractor
• Strong analytical skills
• Organised with good time management and proactive planning
• First Aid at Work certificate
• IOSH or equivalent H&S management training
• Temporary Works & Excavation Safety
• Permitting requirements for live energy works (must be in conjunction with Site & Safety Management)
• Working at Heights & Scaffolding
• Lifting & Cranage operations
• Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• 26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more)
• Employer pension
• Competitive mileage rate
• Travel expenses
• Flexible and remote working
• Enhanced parental leave
• Professional and Educational development

Note: The full job specification is available on request.

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