Foreman (Transportation Infrastructure – Platforms & Attendance)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Foreman (Transportation Infrastructure Platforms & Attendance) to oversee and coordinate platform construction and attendance works on a busy Section 278 highways project in Bristol. You will lead site gangs ensuring safe efficient and high-quality delivery of platform build-ups kerbing surfacing preparation and associated civils works in line with programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site operatives ensuring all works are carried out safely efficiently and to specification
• Oversee platform construction works including formation build-ups sub-base Type 1 installation kerbing edging and surfacing preparation
• Manage attendance works supporting highways and Section 278 activities ensuring smooth coordination between trades
• Deliver associated infrastructure works including drainage utilities and external/public realm interfaces
• Conduct risk assessment briefings method statement briefings and toolbox talks daily
• Ensure full compliance with health safety and environmental standards particularly in live traffic and public-facing environments
• Plan and coordinate plant labour and materials to maintain programme delivery
• Ensure safe systems of work when excavating around buried services and existing utilities
• Interpret construction programmes and translate them into daily site operations
• Monitor quality of platform works to ensure compliance with specifications levels and tolerances
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure performance aligns with programme and quality expectations
• Maintain clear communication with site management engineers and stakeholders
• Proactively identify and resolve on-site issues to maintain productivity and programme
• Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 13 months

Requirements

• Section 278 Works experience essential
• CITB SMSTS or SSSTS (depending on project requirements)
• CSCS Supervisor Card
• First Aid at Work certification
• Safety Critical Medical (as required by site)
• Proven experience as a Foreman within transportation infrastructure highways or civil engineering projects
• Strong understanding of platform construction highways works drainage and external works
• Experience working in live traffic environments and public interfaces
• Reliable proactive and able to coordinate multiple gangs and trades
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Excavator (Tracked)
• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Forward Tipping Dumper
• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Ride-On Roller
• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Telehandler
• NRSWA (Street Works) qualification

Please note: NPORS cards must be CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram to meet client requirements. Support can be provided to achieve compliance if required.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates with weekly pay
• Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and Section 278 highway projects
• Opportunities for progression into Site Management roles
• Access to further training certifications and plant tickets as required

How to Apply

Send your CV and relevant certifications to or call quoting Foreman Bristol.