Your newpany
You will be joining an established Tier 1 civil engineering contractor operating within the highways industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor has been appointed to deliver a major, long-term highways project in Didcot (including dual carriageway, new bridges and viaduct) on top of their already healthy orderbook, and they offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Theirmitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader in the industry, and due to continued success, they are actively seeking a General Foreman to join their team.
Your new role
As General Foreman, your responsibilities will include:
1. Managing a team of site engineers and section engineers
2. Ensuring all H&S procedures areplied with
3. Ensuring all aspects of the project are effectively monitored and controlled
4. Delivering the project within programme and budget
5. Managing and monitoring subcontractors
6. Liaising with the client and designers
7. Attending monthly progress meetings andpiling monthly reports
8. Managing quality and environmental plans on site
9. Controlling contract costs
10. Ensuring work is delivered in accordance with the specification.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
11. Proven experience as a Foreman within the civil engineering industry, ideally on highways and/or public realm projects
12. Sound leadership and organisational skills
13. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
14. Excellent knowledge of construction processes, equipment and safety procedures
15. CSCS and full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
16. Negotiable salary (dependent on experience)
17. 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
18. Fuel card
19. Life assurance
20. Private medical insurance
21. Enhanced family-friendly benefits
22. Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
23. Pension
24. Retail discounts
25. Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
26. Continuous training and development
27. Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
28. Supportive and collaborative work environment
29. Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.