Senior General Foreman

Construction; Seaford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Company Car or Allowance

Pension Scheme

25 Days Annual Leave

Training Programs

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Company Social Calendar

Team Events

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior General Foreman for an 11m bridge replacement project near Seaford, East Sussex. You will oversee site teams and subcontractors, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery.

The role demands strong civil engineering skills, environmental management and a commitment to safety. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior General Foreman or General Foreman on major civil engineering schemes.
• Strong background in highways and earthworks, ideally with a main contractor.
• Experience leading site teams and subcontractors on complex infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the work of site operatives and subcontractors.
• Ensure environmental management systems are effectively implemented on site.
• Support preparation and delivery of project programmes.
• Plan and order materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
• Maintain accurate daily records of works completed.
• Monitor progress and ensure compliance with site programme.
• Ensure plant and equipment comply with current legislation.
• Coordinate with project management for delivery success.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

Project Coordination

Environmental Management

Health & Safety Standards

Tools

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Certification

Job description

We are currently working with our client, a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior General Foreman to join an 11m bridge replacement project near Seaford, East Sussex.
The project is already underway and is scheduled to run through to early 2028, offering an excellent opportunity to join a major heavy civil engineering scheme and play a key role in its successful delivery.
The works involve the construction of a new bridge over the River Cuckmere, together with a broad range of complex civil engineering activities, including bored piling, sheet piling, retaining walls, earthworks, highway works, scour protection and temporary works.

The Role

As Senior General Foreman, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day delivery of the works, coordinating site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Directing and coordinating the work of site operatives and subcontractors.
• Ensuring environmental management systems are effectively implemented on site.
• Supporting the preparation and delivery of project programmes.
• Planning and ordering materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
• Maintaining accurate daily records of works completed.
• Monitoring progress and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with the site programme.
• Ensuring all plant and equipment is suitable for the required tasks and complies with current legislation.
• Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with the required quality, health & safety and environmental standards.
• Working closely with the project management team to support the successful delivery of the scheme.

About You

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior General Foreman with a strong background in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
You will ideally have:

• Proven experience working as a Senior General Foreman or General Foreman on major civil engineering schemes.
• A strong background in highways and earthworks, ideally gained with a main contractor.
• Experience leading site teams and subcontractors on complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication and people-management skills, with the ability to drive productivity while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
• SMSTS and CSCS certification.
• Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer?

Our client offers a competitive benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for career development and progression, including:

• Life assurance - 4x annual salary.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Company pension scheme - employer matching up to 8%.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional holiday.
• Extensive training and development programmes.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee benefits platform.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company social calendar.
• Regular team events and charity initiatives.
• A supportive working environment with genuine opportunities to progress your career.
• Early finish every Friday.