General Foreman

Randstad Construction and Property; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an experienced Site Foreman to oversee a major substation project in Lochgilphead. You will lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality and programme milestones are met.

The role requires a CSCS card, SMSTS, a valid driving license, and a willingness to work unsociable hours. The position is temporary, based on site, with a daily rate of £350 and through end of December.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, and a current Driving License.
• Proven track record supervising direct labor and subcontractors on civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of H&S legislation and incident protocols.
• Experience monitoring project scope, material tolerances, and ITPs.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours, nights, or weekends as required by site schedules.
• Desirable: earthworks, deep drainage and RC concrete experience.
• Desirable: experience delivering high-profile infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise direct labor and subcontractors on daily site operations.
• Lead daily Task Briefing Sheets and Toolbox Talks; ensure safe systems of work.
• Contribute to Work Package Plans, Risk Assessments, and temporary works solutions.
• Drive a "Right First Time" quality culture and monitor workmanship against specs.
• Inspect and maintain site plant and equipment; manage lift/break-ground permits with engineering teams.
• Chair daily short-interval control meetings and track weekly production vs KPIs.

Skills

Site supervision

Team leadership

Health & safety

Safety briefings

Job description

Job Title: Site Foreman - Substation Project

Location: Lochgilphead (PA31 8LG)

Rate: £350 per day

Duration: Temporary cover through end of December

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Foreman to oversee operational delivery, direct site teams, and manage subcontractor activities on a major substation project. You will play a crucial role in maintaining high health, safety, and quality standards while ensuring project milestones are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Site & Team Supervision: Supervise direct labor, Ganges, and subcontractors on daily site operations.
• Health, Safety & Environment: Lead daily Task Briefing Sheets (TBS) and Toolbox Talks, ensure compliance with safe systems of work, and perform Safety & Environment Tours.
• Work Package & Risk Management: Input into Work Package Plans (WPPs), Risk Assessments, and suggest Temporary Works solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Drive a "Right First Time" culture, monitor workmanship against project specifications, and complete quality assurance reporting (e.g., using BIM Field 360).
• Plant & Equipment Control: Inspect, maintain, and validate site plant, small tools, and lift/break-ground permits alongside engineering teams.
• Progress Tracking: Chair daily short-interval control meetings, track weekly production targets against KPIs, and assist with project cost records.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Certifications: Valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, and a current Driving License.
• Experience: Proven track record supervising direct labor forces and subcontractors on civil or infrastructure projects.
• Safety Focus: In-depth working knowledge of H&S legislation, accident/incident protocols, and leading engaging safety briefings.
• Site Delivery: Experience monitoring project scope, managing material tolerances, and executing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Flexibility: Willingness to work unsociable hours, nights, or weekends as required by site schedules.

Desirable Experience

• Background in earthworks, deep drainage, and reinforced concrete (RC) construction.
• Solution-oriented mindset with experience delivering high-profile infrastructure projects.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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