Civil Foreman - Substations (Immediate Start)

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Contract Scotland in Argyll is seeking an experienced General Foreman to support a civil engineering project across two sites. The role involves supervising labour, coordinating activities and maintaining health and safety on site.

You will start ASAP for a temporary contract until Christmas, with a 50-hour week and a day rate of £350, paid PAYE inside IR35. Substation experience is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Prior General Foreman or Civils Foreman experience.
• Strong civil engineering/construction background.
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations, supervising labour, gangers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate site activities to ensure works are completed safely and in line with the programme.
• Deliver daily briefings and toolbox talks.
• Monitor health, safety and environmental standards and implement controls.
• Ensure labour, plant, tools and equipment are available as planned.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain accurate daily records of labour, plant, progress and site activities.
• Allocate resources and communicate daily targets to the workforce.
• Liaise with engineering team regarding upcoming works and permits.
• Monitor progress against milestones and report delays.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure site procedures are followed.

Skills

Site supervision

Team coordination

Health & safety

Toolbox talks

CSCS card

SMSTS

Driving licence

Communication skills

Education

CSCS card

SMSTS qualification

Full driving licence

Job description

Contract Scotland in Argyll is seeking an experienced General Foreman to support a civil engineering project across two sites. The role involves supervising labour, coordinating activities and maintaining health and safety on site.

You will start ASAP for a temporary contract until Christmas, with a 50-hour week and a day rate of £350, paid PAYE inside IR35. Substation experience is beneficial but not essential.