General Foreman

Brownlee Cale Ltd; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownlee Cale Ltd is seeking an experienced General Foreman to join a specialist self-delivery contractor on a major reinforced concrete package within a large energy scheme in the UK. You will lead direct labour, foremen and specialist subcontractors to drive production and keep the programme on track.

You will manage formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete works, coordinating with engineers and construction management to ensure quality and safety on site.

Qualifications

• Proven General Foreman with RC/FRC project delivery.
• Experience leading large direct labour forces.
• Strong understanding of formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete works.
• Solid planning, sequencing and productivity drive.
• CSCS, SMSTS/SSSTS safety certifications.
• Shuttering joinery or steel fixing background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate direct labour, working Foremen and specialist subcontractors.
• Manage steel fixers, shuttering carpenters, concrete gangs and associated trades.
• Supervise major RC works, including foundations, walls, slabs and structural elements.
• Plan daily activities, labour, plant and materials against programme.
• Coordinate formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete pours.
• Work closely with Engineers, Sub Agents and Construction Management.
• Drive productivity across multiple work fronts.
• Maintain quality standards, pre-pour inspections and ITP compliance.
• Deliver daily briefings and maintain accurate site records.
• Identify and resolve construction constraints before they affect production.
• Maintain strong health, safety and site discipline.

Skills

Foreman experience

RC/FRC projects

Self-delivery contractor

Formwork/Falsework

Direct labour management

Workforce planning

CSCS/SSSTS/SMSTS safety

Job description

We're looking for an experienced General Foreman to join a specialist self-delivery contractor on a major reinforced concrete package on a large energy scheme.

With multiple active work fronts and a demanding programme, we need a proper construction Foreman who can manage the workforce, drive production and keep the job moving.

The Role

• Lead and coordinate direct labour, working Foremen and specialist subcontractors

• Manage steel fixers, shuttering carpenters, concrete gangs and associated trades

• Supervise major RC works, including foundations, walls, slabs and structural elements

• Plan daily activities, labour, plant and materials against programme

• Coordinate formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete pours

• Work closely with Engineers, Sub Agents and Construction Management

• Drive productivity across multiple work fronts

• Maintain quality standards, pre-pour inspections and ITP compliance

• Deliver daily briefings and maintain accurate site records

• Identify and resolve construction constraints before they affect production

• Maintain strong health, safety and site discipline

You'll Need

• Proven General Foreman experience on major RC / FRC projects

• Strong background with a self-delivery civil engineering contractor

• Excellent understanding of formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete construction

• Experience managing substantial direct labour workforces

• Strong planning, sequencing and workforce management skills

• SMSTS / SSSTS and CSCS

• To have progressed through a shuttering joiner or steel fixer trades route

We're looking for someone who understands how reinforced concrete structures are built, can push production and knows how to get work delivered safely and efficiently.

Working Pattern: 50 hours p/week Monday to Friday