Senior Site Foreman – Construction Leadership

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Comprehensive health, wellbeing andl"?

Career development opportunities

Total Rewards programme

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd in Ireland is seeking a General Foreman to supervise multiple sections of a busy construction site, reporting to the Site Manager. You will ensure work is safe, on time, and to quality standards while coordinating teams and subcontractors.

The role requires proven on-site leadership, strong communication, and a solid understanding of HSEQS practices. IOSH or equivalent training and BIM familiarity are desirable, along with experience supervising medium to large projects.

Qualifications

• Substantial on-site supervision experience across medium to large projects.
• IOSH or equivalent health and safety training.
• Temporary works and excavation safety training.
• Working at heights and scaffolding training.
• Lifting and cranage operations training.
• Other HSEQS training as required by site HSE plan.
• Familiarity with BIM strategy and new construction technology.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction activities across multiple sections of the site
• Lead Section Site Supervisors and Assistant Site Supervisors to deliver works in line with programme, cost and quality targets
• Monitor the performance of subcontractors and workforce to ensure compliance with contract specifications and company standards
• Implement and maintain health, safety, environmental and quality management practices on site
• Ensure site records, including daily logs, inspection reports, and material records, are accurate and up to date
• Coordinate with Site Manager to allocate resources and prioritise work effectively
• Identify operational risks, report issues and implement corrective actions where necessary
• Participate in site briefings, toolbox talks, and coordination meetings
• Mentor junior site staff and contribute to the development of team capability
• Support the Site Manager in maintaining site discipline, productivity and adherence to company culture

Skills

Site supervision

Leadership

Communication

HSE awareness

BIM familiarity

Education

Trade or technical background

Relevant degree or diploma

Tools

BIM strategy familiarity

Job description

John Sisk & Son Ltd in Ireland is seeking a General Foreman to supervise multiple sections of a busy construction site, reporting to the Site Manager. You will ensure work is safe, on time, and to quality standards while coordinating teams and subcontractors.

The role requires proven on-site leadership, strong communication, and a solid understanding of HSEQS practices. IOSH or equivalent training and BIM familiarity are desirable, along with experience supervising medium to large projects.