General Foreman - Civils

Pinnacle Recruitment; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a General Foreman in Aylesbury. This role involves managing daily site operations and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, solid knowledge of CDM regulations, and experience overseeing site operations. With a salary range between £60,000 - £65,000, this position offers the chance to play a vital role in a fast-paced environment, leading teams towards excellence in project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experienced leader with a strong background in civil engineering or utilities.
• Solid technical knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations.
• Deep excavation and temporary works experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations, labour, plant, and materials.
• Act as Principal Designer on-site and ensure CDM compliance.
• Promote a proactive health and safety culture.
• Oversee site documentation and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Health and safety compliance

Team coaching

Site operations management

Tools

CDM 2015 regulations

NRSWA

SSSTS

CSCS

Temporary Works Supervisor

Confined Spaces

Job description

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a General Foreman to work for one of the largest construction firms in the UK. This role will be based in Aylesbury.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading teams to deliver safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Salary - £60,000 - £65,000 + pkg

Duties

• Managing daily site operations, labour, plant, and materials to meet programme and quality standards.
• Acting as Principal Designer on-site, ensuring CDM compliance and overseeing design and RAMS approvals.
• Promoting a proactive health and safety culture, demonstrating visible leadership and compliance with company policies.
• Ensuring lifting activities and Temporary Works are properly controlled and meet all legislative requirements.
• Coaching teams in health, safety, quality, and best practice to continually improve performance.
• Managing and mentoring operatives and subcontractors, ensuring competence and compliance at all times.
• Leading by example — encouraging hazard reporting and embedding a zero-harm culture.
• Overseeing site documentation, including H&S plans, environmental plans, and quality records.
• Managing plant, materials, and resources efficiently to support delivery against programme.
• Maintaining accurate daily records, reports, and KPIs, contributing to weekly site reporting.

Requirements

• An experienced leader with a strong background in civil engineering or utilities, ideally gained on major infrastructure projects
• Solid technical knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations
• Deep excavation and temporary works experience
• NRSWA
• SSSTS
• CSCS
• Temporary Works Supervisor
• Confined Spaces
• Full UK Driving Licence