Groundwork Foreman

Coinford Ltd; Hythe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced groundwork professional in Hythe, UK. You will lead a team, ensuring safety and productivity on housing development projects, focusing on deep drainage and road construction. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in site operations. Key responsibilities include supervising operatives, planning resources, and maintaining client communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience on housing plot sites, specifically in drainage and road works.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a wider site team.
• Proven record of programme delivery against set targets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily risk assessment briefings and toolbox talks.
• Supervise and support operatives for efficient and safe work.
• Plan and coordinate site resources to meet programme targets.
• Ensure safe excavation practices around buried services.
• Maintain strong client communication and problem-solving.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical knowledge

Proactive approach to safety

Commercial awareness

Job description

We are seeking an experienced groundwork professional with a proven track record of at least 2 years on housing developments, specifically involving deep drainage works, internal and external drainage, and road construction. This role requires strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver daily risk assessment briefings and toolbox talks, ensuring safety standards are upheld.
• Supervise and support operatives, ensuring work is carried out efficiently, safely, and to specification.
• Plan and coordinate site resources, including plant, equipment, and materials, to meet programme targets.
• Ensure safe excavation practices when working around buried services.
• Engage confidently with operatives to drive Quality, Health & Safety, and production standards.
• Interpret site programmes and translate them into practical work plans to meet deadlines.
• Oversee and manage sub-contractors to ensure compliance and performance.
• Maintain strong client communication and adopt a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Review and interpret technical drawings to ensure accurate delivery of works.
• Apply expert knowledge across groundwork disciplines, including:
• Ground beams
• Drainage (deep, internal & external)
• Sub-structure concrete
• Roads and external works
• Oversite housing slabs
• Cut and fill earthworks

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience on housing plot sites, with emphasis on drainage and road works.
• Demonstrated commercial awareness of site operations.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a wider site team.
• Proven record of programme delivery against set targets.
  
  

General Expectations

• Reliable, punctual, and professional in all aspects of work.
• Collaborative approach - able to work effectively with other trades to meet programme requirements.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Completion of company IT induction and training within 1-3 months of employment.