General Foreman – Airfield & Landside Infrastructure (Permanent)
Location: Oxford – RAF Base
Contract Type: Permanent
Initial Project Value: £10m
Duration: 16 weeks initial, with ongoing follow-on work
Why You’ll Love This Role
* Permanent, secure position on a high-profile defence project with a Tier 1 contractor.
* Real ownership of a £10m package, including surfacing, earthworks, ducting, and aviation ground lighting (AGL).
* Challenging, varied environment – work across fields, rivers, and technically complex terrain.
* Career progression – follow-on work on the RAF base ensures continued opportunities.
* Lead and manage your team – take responsibility for subcontractors and your own crew while delivering a critical package.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced General Foreman to deliver a landside approach package for an RAF base near Oxford. You will be responsible for self-delivery of surfacing, earthworks, ducting, and AGL, navigating environmental challenges and ensuring high-quality project delivery.
This is a hands-on role requiring independence, leadership, and strong technical knowledge. You will set up the site, manage subcontractors, and take full ownership of the package from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver the landside approach package, ensuring schedule and budget compliance.
* Set up the site, including temporary works, access, and logistics.
* Manage subcontractors and on-site teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.
* Oversee surfacing, earthworks, ducting, and AGL installation.
* Navigate environmental challenges, including working across fields and rivers.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Support handover and follow-on works on the RAF base.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a General Foreman or similar leadership role in civil or aviation infrastructure projects.
* Strong experience with aviation ground lighting (AGL).
* Able to self-mobilise and lead a package independently.
* Experience managing subcontractors and multi-discipline teams.
* Comfortable working in challenging or remote locations.
* Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
* Experience with Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 contractors is desirable.