Nelson Permanent Placements are proud to be working with an established Construction company based within Burton on Trent who work on small & large contracts around the UK. Due to growth our client is looking for an experienced working foreman (carpentry/construction background) to join their team on a permanent basis. You will be working on all types of projects such as building restoration & refurbishment, industrial unit refurbishments, retail environments, refurbishment of concrete structures, decorative coating & surface preparations. To be considered for this role you must have: • Have proven experience as a working foreman within construction & refurbishment • SMSTS or Nebosh Qualification in Construction• Gold/Supervisors CSCS Card • First Aid qualification Working away in this role is essential Package: • Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 annually plus car/van & fuel card • Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 16:30pm • Progression opportunities • NVQ level 3 in construction site management (desirable) • Appointed person qualification (desirable) • Lift supervisor qualification (desirable) • CPCS card for telehandler and/or counterbalance forklift (desirable) Responsibilities: • Assist fellow site managers & site teams to ensure legal documentation, documentation to mitigate commercial risk is recognised and support Contracts Manager in policing & undertaking planning, instigation and completion of project works • Providing guidance to site managers/supervisors when required to ensure co-ordination and execution of contracts • Supervise & overseeing the direction of the project (or a package), ensuring that the client’s specifications and requirements are met and works are installed to legal/recommended requirements • Coordinating and supervising construction workers in a manner that is safe and within ACOP’s and legislation • Selecting tools and materials • Making safety inspections and ensuring construction site safety • Checking/preparing site reports, designs and drawings • Marinating quality control procedures • Finding ways to prevent problems and to resolve any that crop up • Assessing & minimising risk commercially • Commence, maintain and retain health & safety records on site e.g subcontractor qualifications, RAMS etc as well as making sure health & safety documentation that is required by the client is submitted • Keep accurate daily diary of activities to assist in claims and “As built program” submissions Requirements: • Good communication skills • Problem solving skills • Decision-making ability • Commercial awareness • Ability to motivate others • Team working skills • Good knowledge of building methods and regulations How to Apply: Please send your CV to the email address detailed below. Should you wish to discuss other opportunities in your area, you are welcome to contact our friendly recruitment team. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Please be advised that our client can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed