General Foreman|Main Contractor|Oxford

SSA Recruitment; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor is seeking an experienced General Foreman for a major civil engineering project in Didcot. The role involves supervising daily site operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating teams. Candidates should have proven supervisory experience, a background in infrastructure works, and knowledge of construction methods. This position offers a competitive salary, long-term opportunity, and room for career progression within a supportive organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term opportunity

Stable workload

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Foreman or Senior Supervisor within civil engineering.
• Strong background in infrastructure works (earthworks, drainage, structures, highways or similar).
• Sound knowledge of construction methods and health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site activities, operatives, and subcontractors.
• Ensure works align with programme, drawings, and specifications.
• Enforce high standards of health & safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety Compliance

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

SMSTS / SSSTS, CSCS (Gold or Black)

Job description

General Foreman - Main Contractor - Didcot

About the Company

Our client is a well-established main contractor operating within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector. They deliver a wide range of complex projects across the UK, with a strong focus on safety, quality and programme delivery. The business is known for its professional approach, long‑term project pipeline and commitment to developing and retaining its people.

About the Role

Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Our client is seeking an experienced General Foreman to play a key role in the successful delivery of a major civil engineering project in the Didcot area. This is a hands‑on leadership position, responsible for supervising site operations, coordinating labour and subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day supervision of site activities, operatives and subcontractors
• Ensuring works are carried out in line with programme, drawings and specifications
• Enforcing high standards of health & safety, quality and environmental compliance
• Coordinating plant, materials and labour to maintain productivity
• Supporting site management and engineering teams with planning and sequencing of works
• Delivering toolbox talks, briefings and daily activity plans
• Monitoring progress and reporting issues or risks to site management
• Maintaining good communication across all site teams

Requirements

• Proven experience as a General Foreman or Senior Supervisor within civil engineering
• Strong background in infrastructure works (earthworks, drainage, structures, highways or similar)
• Sound knowledge of construction methods, health & safety legislation and best practice
• Ability to lead teams, motivate operatives and manage subcontractors
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• SMSTS / SSSTS, CSCS (Gold or Black) preferred

What’s on Offer

• Long‑term opportunity on a major civil engineering project
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Stable workload with a reputable contractor
• Opportunity to progress within a growing and supportive organisation