Permanent
Scotland
General Foreman Lead the Delivery of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Projects
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on General Foreman to take charge of on-site operations across major utility-scale wind farm construction projects in Scotland.
This is a key leadership role at the heart of the delivery team, responsible for driving site performance, coordinating multiple work fronts, and ensuring the safe and efficient execution of complex renewable energy infrastructure.
You will lead from the front—managing site teams, subcontractors, and supervisors to deliver high-quality outcomes in line with programme targets, technical specifications, and the highest health, safety, and environmental standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
As General Foreman, you will:
1. Supervise and coordinate all on-site construction activities, including turbine foundations, erection works, cabling, and associated civil engineering works
2. Lead, mentor, and manage site operatives to ensure productivity, safety, and quality standards are consistently met
3. Act as the primary site lead, reporting progress, risks, and key milestones to the Project Manager
4. Enforce health, safety, and environmental procedures in line with company and statutory requirements
5. Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and logistics teams to maintain programme continuity
6. Review drawings, specifications, and method statements to ensure accurate execution of works
7. Deliver daily briefings, toolbox talks, and safety meetings to reinforce a strong site safety culture
8. Monitor quality assurance processes and ensure works meet engineering and client requirements
9. Identify risks and implement mitigation measures to protect programme, budget, and delivery outcomes
10. Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, timesheets, and progress updates
Leadership & Site Responsibility
As the most senior on-site representative, you will:
11. Oversee multiple gangs and discipline leads across several work fronts
12. Drive accountability, performance, and coordination across all site activities
13. Maintain clear and effective communication between site teams and senior management
14. Keep works progressing efficiently while maintaining strict safety and quality standards
Essential Skills and Experience
15. Proven experience as a General Foreman on wind farm or major infrastructure projects
16. Strong background in civil engineering works, turbine installation, crane coordination, and underground cabling
17. Experience managing large site teams (20+ personnel) across multiple work fronts
18. Strong knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation and best practice
19. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents
20. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
21. Strong ability to manage priorities, programme delivery, and site coordination
22. Willingness to work across remote sites throughout Scotland
Qualifications
23. SMSTS, First Aid at Work, CSCS (or equivalent relevant site certifications)
Why Join Us?
This is a chance to play a leading role in delivering critical renewable energy infrastructure that directly supports the UK’s net-zero ambitions.
You’ll be working on high-value, technically challenging wind farm projects with a strong, experienced delivery team—where your leadership will have a direct impact on safety, performance, and project success.
If you’re an experienced General Foreman ready to take on a high-responsibility role in the renewable energy sector, we’d love to hear from you.