Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Foreman (Transportation Infrastructure – Platforms & Attendance) to oversee and coordinate platform construction and attendance works on a busy Section 278 highways project in Bristol. You will lead site gangs, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of platform build-ups, kerbing, surfacing preparation, and associated civils works in line with programme requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise site operatives, ensuring all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to specification Oversee platform construction works including formation build-ups, sub-base, Type 1 installation, kerbing, edging, and surfacing preparation Manage attendance works supporting highways and Section 278 activities, ensuring smooth coordination between trades Deliver associated infrastructure works including drainage, utilities, and external/public realm interfaces Conduct risk assessment briefings, method statement briefings, and toolbox talks daily Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly in live traffic and public-facing environments Plan and coordinate plant, labour, and materials to maintain programme delivery Ensure safe systems of work when excavating around buried services and existing utilities Interpret construction programmes and translate them into daily site operations Monitor quality of platform works to ensure compliance with specifications, levels, and tolerances Supervise subcontractors and ensure performance aligns with programme and quality expectations Maintain clear communication with site management, engineers, and stakeholders Proactively identify and resolve on-site issues to maintain productivity and programme Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 1–3 months Requirements Section 278 Works experience essential CITB SMSTS or SSSTS (depending on project requirements) CSCS Supervisor Card First Aid at Work certification Safety Critical Medical (as required by site) Proven experience as a Foreman within transportation infrastructure, highways, or civil engineering projects Strong understanding of platform construction, highways works, drainage, and external works Experience working in live traffic environments and public interfaces Reliable, proactive, and able to coordinate multiple gangs and trades Right to work in the UK Desirable CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Excavator (Tracked) CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Forward Tipping Dumper CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Ride-On Roller CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Telehandler NRSWA (Street Works) qualification Please note: NPORS cards must be CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram to meet client requirements. Support can be provided to achieve compliance if required. What We Offer Competitive rates with weekly pay Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and Section 278 highway projects Opportunities for progression into Site Management roles Access to further training, certifications, and plant tickets as required How to Apply Send your CV and relevant certifications to recruitment@coinford.co.uk or call 01342 840084, quoting Foreman – Bristol. To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Coinford Recruitment on, quoting Ref No. BRISTOL.