Senior General Foreperson – Highways & Earthworks Lead

Morson Edge; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting for a Senior General Foreperson to lead highway earthworks on a major Coventry project. This site-based role requires leadership of site teams and subcontractors to deliver works safely, on time and to programme.

You will coordinate day-to-day activities, read drawings, manage RAMS and permits, and maintain high standards of safety and quality across the works. Strong foreperson experience on highways is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as General Foreman/Senior Foreperson on highways projects.
• Strong earthworks and civil engineering supervision.
• Experience supervising site teams and subcontractors.
• Good reading of drawings and technical information.
• Strong understanding of site programming and project delivery.
• High health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate site activities, labour and subcontractors.
• Lead the day-to-day delivery of highways and earthworks activities.
• Ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with the programme.
• Coordinate site resources and ensure teams have the information and resources required.
• Read and understand construction drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Ensure RAMS, permits, records and site documentation are maintained correctly.
• Monitor progress and report on site activities to the Site Management team.
• Liaise with Site Agents, Engineers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality across the project.
• Identify and manage potential risks, issues and delays on site.
• Ensure works are completed right first time and assist with defect clearance and close-out.
• Lead by example and promote a positive safety and quality culture on site.
• Support and develop site teams, including coaching and mentoring where appropriate.
• Assist with programme monitoring and daily/weekly planning.

Education

SMSTS

CSCS (Minimum Gold)

First Aid

NEC experience/knowledge would be advantageous

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting for a Senior General Foreperson to lead highway earthworks on a major Coventry project. This site-based role requires leadership of site teams and subcontractors to deliver works safely, on time and to programme.

You will coordinate day-to-day activities, read drawings, manage RAMS and permits, and maintain high standards of safety and quality across the works. Strong foreperson experience on highways is essential.