General Foreman/ Foreperson

Ganymede Solutions Limited; Fareham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ganymede Solutions Limited is seeking an experienced General Foreman / Foreperson for a major UK water framework. The role involves overseeing daily site operations, coordinating supervisors and subcontractors, and ensuring safe, timely delivery in line with programme and HSEQ requirements.

You will work with the Site Agent to drive progress, manage lookahead schedules and maintain accurate site records. A strong background in civil engineering, water, utilities or heavy civils, plus a valid UK

Qualifications

• Experience delivering civil engineering, water, utilities or heavy civils projects.
• Ability to manage teams of supervisors, subcontractors and site operatives.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• IT literate with site documentation and digital reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and deliver sections of work safely, on time and to required standards.
• Coordinate supervisors, subcontractors, labour, plant and materials on site.
• Support the Site Agent with daily delivery, progress reporting and programme updates.
• Work to 4-week lookahead schedules and the main construction programme.
• Maintain site records including diaries, allocations, inspections and online check sheets.
• Supervise temporary works and co-ordinate with TWC to ensure requirements are identified and implemented.
• Conduct site inspections, lead toolbox talks and uphold HSEQ and wellbeing standards.
• Lead and motivate site teams to maintain a positive working environment with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, permits, quality standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

IT literacy

Programme reading

Driving licence

Education

CSCS card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) experience

Job description

Job Title: General Foreman / Foreperson

Location: Portchester
Rate: £360 per day (Limited, PAYE or Umbrella)

Job Description

An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Foreman / Foreperson to join a major UK water framework, supporting the delivery of essential wastewater infrastructure upgrades.

This role will be responsible for overseeing daily site operations, managing supervisors, subcontractors and site teams, and ensuring packages of work are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme, quality and HSEQ requirements.

You will work closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to coordinate site activities, maintain progress against the programme, and help drive a positive and productive site culture.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for supervising and delivering sections of work safely, on time, and to the required standards. Duties will include:

• Managing site operations, coordinating supervisors, subcontractors, labour, plant, and materials.
• Supporting the Site Agent with daily delivery, progress reporting, and programme updates.
• Working to 4-week lookahead schedules and the main construction programme.
• Maintaining accurate site records including diaries, allocations, inspections, and online check sheets (LOLER, PUWER, Temporary Works etc.).
• Supervising key civil engineering activities including: Working around live buried services, Temporary works operations, Excavations, Reinforced concrete works, Shallow and deep drainage
• Working closely with the Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) to ensure temporary works requirements are identified, planned, and implemented.
• Carrying out site inspections, leading toolbox talks, and reinforcing strong HSEQ and wellbeing standards.
• Managing and motivating site teams to maintain a positive working environment with all stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures, permits, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience working for Tier 1 contractors is essential.
• Strong background delivering civil engineering, water, utilities, or heavy civils projects.
• Experience managing teams of supervisors, subcontractors, and site operatives.
• Knowledge of live services, excavations, drainage, and reinforced concrete works.
• IT literate with experience completing site documentation and digital reporting systems.
• Ability to read and work from programmes, drawings, and construction information.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Qualifications

• CSCS card applicable to role.
• SMSTS.
• First Aid at Work.
• Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) experience preferred.