Civils General Foreman

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role Overview

The General Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day site management of civils works leading operatives plant and subcontractors to deliver safe high-quality and productive works in line with programme and method statements.

Duties and Responsibilities

Site Supervision: Oversee day-to-day operations at the construction site ensuring work progresses according to schedule and meets quality standards.
Health and Safety Compliance: Implement and enforce health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment for all personnel on-site.
Resource Management: Coordinate with subcontractors suppliers and site personnel to ensure the availability of resources and materials needed for the project.
Budget Control: Monitor project expenses and expenditures to ensure adherence to the budget identifying cost-saving opportunities where possible.
Quality Assurance: Maintain high-quality standards throughout the construction process conducting inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
Problem-solving: Identify and address any issues or obstacles that arise during construction implementing effective solutions to keep the project on track.
Team Leadership: Lead and motivate site personnel providing guidance support and training as needed to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project activities including daily progress reports change orders and correspondence with stakeholders

Key Delivery Responsibilities:

Directly manage site teams delivering civils activities
Plan daily and weekly works allocating labour plant and materials
Ensure works are delivered safely efficiently and to specification
Maintain high standards of housekeeping quality and productivity.
Lead site briefings toolbox talks and inductions.
Ensure RAMS are followed and works comply with H&S legislation.
Liaise with site management engineers and the Civils Delivery Lead
Identify and resolve site issues risks and constraints.
Record progress productivity and site reporting.
Support weekend working when required.

Skills and Experience

Experience: Significant experience in civils construction management Proven experience as a Foreman / General Foreman in civils work
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methods materials and techniques as well as familiarity with relevant regulations and industry standards. Strong understanding of drainage RC works earthworks trenching and ducting
Health and Safety Certification: Certification in health and safety management (e.g. NEBOSH or IOSH) is often required to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. SMSTS is essential.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with clients subcontractors and site personnel. Ability to lead and motive site teams.
Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals.
Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management abilities with the capacity to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Problem-solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications: A relevant degree in construction management civil engineering or a related field is typically required although equivalent experience may be considered.
Computer Literacy: Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite as well as familiarity with building information modelling (BIM) software is advantageous.

Desirable:

First Aid at Work
Temporary Works Supervisor
Street Works (NRSWA)

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Role OverviewThe General Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day site management of civils works leading operatives plant and subcontractors to deliver safe high-quality and productive works in line with programme and method statements.Duties and ResponsibilitiesSite Supervision: Oversee day-to-da...

Role Overview

Duties and Responsibilities

Site Supervision: Oversee day-to-day operations at the construction site ensuring work progresses according to schedule and meets quality standards.
Health and Safety Compliance: Implement and enforce health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment for all personnel on-site.
Resource Management: Coordinate with subcontractors suppliers and site personnel to ensure the availability of resources and materials needed for the project.
Budget Control: Monitor project expenses and expenditures to ensure adherence to the budget identifying cost-saving opportunities where possible.
Quality Assurance: Maintain high-quality standards throughout the construction process conducting inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
Problem-solving: Identify and address any issues or obstacles that arise during construction implementing effective solutions to keep the project on track.
Team Leadership: Lead and motivate site personnel providing guidance support and training as needed to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project activities including daily progress reports change orders and correspondence with stakeholders

Key Delivery Responsibilities:

Directly manage site teams delivering civils activities
Plan daily and weekly works allocating labour plant and materials
Ensure works are delivered safely efficiently and to specification
Maintain high standards of housekeeping quality and productivity.
Lead site briefings toolbox talks and inductions.
Ensure RAMS are followed and works comply with H&S legislation.
Liaise with site management engineers and the Civils Delivery Lead
Identify and resolve site issues risks and constraints.
Record progress productivity and site reporting.
Support weekend working when required.

Skills and Experience

Experience: Significant experience in civils construction management Proven experience as a Foreman / General Foreman in civils work
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methods materials and techniques as well as familiarity with relevant regulations and industry standards. Strong understanding of drainage RC works earthworks trenching and ducting
Health and Safety Certification: Certification in health and safety management (e.g. NEBOSH or IOSH) is often required to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. SMSTS is essential.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with clients subcontractors and site personnel. Ability to lead and motive site teams.
Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals.
Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management abilities with the capacity to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Problem-solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications: A relevant degree in construction management civil engineering or a related field is typically required although equivalent experience may be considered.
Computer Literacy: Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite as well as familiarity with building information modelling (BIM) software is advantageous.

Desirable:

First Aid at Work
Temporary Works Supervisor
Street Works (NRSWA)

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