Senior General Foreman

Jackson Civil Engineering; Havant; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover

Company car

Pension 8%

Holiday 25 days

Training programmes

Cycle to work

Employee assistance

On-site parking

Social events

Fun days

Great Escape Friday

Job summary

Jackson Civil Engineering seeks a Senior General Foreman to lead major heavy civil projects across Hampshire and Sussex. You will steer site teams, coordinate subcontractors and deliver works safely, efficiently and to the required standards, with travel across the region.

The role requires proven experience in highways/earthworks for a main contractor, strong people management and communication skills, and certifications including SMSTS and CSCS; Lift Supervisor and NRSWA qualifications are

Qualifications

• Proven experience in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading site teams and coordinating subcontractors.
• Strong health, safety and quality focus; proven environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work of operatives and sub-contractors.
• Ensure environmental, safety and quality policies are followed.
• Plan, order materials and maintain daily site records.
• Lead programmes to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Site management

HSEQ knowledge

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS

NRSWA Supervisor

Lift Supervisor

Job description

Due to continued growth we are recruiting for a Senior General Foreman for our Southern Region. Here at Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

We are seeking an experienced Senior General Foreman to take a leading role on major heavy civil engineering projects across the Hampshire and Sussex area.

The role will support the delivery of a range of civil engineering schemes, with projects involving activities such as coastal works, piling, retaining walls, earthworks, highway works, scour protection and temporary works.

We have a strong pipeline of projects across the region, with current and upcoming schemes running through 2027 and beyond. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Due to the regional nature of the role, the successful candidate should be willing to travel across Hampshire and Sussex.

Main Duties For The Senior General Foreman Will Include

• Direct the work of operatives and sub-contractors
• Ensure environmental systems are implemented satisfactorily
• Contribute to preparation of programme
• Plan and order materials and plant to achieve programmes
• Keep daily records of work carried out
• Ensure that works proceed in accordance with site programmes
• Ensure all plant on site is suitable for the task and conforms to current legislation
• Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures

Are you the General Foreman we are looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Senior General Foreman with a strong background in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in highways and earthworks operations, ideally gained working for a main contractor, and will be confident leading site teams on complex schemes.

You will possess excellent people management and communication skills, with the ability to drive productivity while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality.

Applicants must hold SMSTS and CSCS certification, while Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.

Must have a full UK driving licence.

Excellent Benefits Package And Personal Development Opportunities

• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
• ‘The Great Escape’ – leaving early every Friday!

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful