Joseph Gallagher Limited
Civil Foreman/Tunnel Foreman
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Location: Central London - SE1 (Zone 1)
Role Summary
The Civil Foreman/Tunnel Foreman at Joseph Gallagher will be responsible for overseeing and managing all civil and tunnelling construction activities. This role requires a hands-on approach to ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervision and Management: Oversee and manage a team of workers, ensuring that all tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively.
- Project Planning: Coordinate with project managers and engineers to ensure that all projects are executed as per the plan.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure that all safety protocols are followed, and conduct regular safety checks and drills.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure that all construction activities meet the required quality standards.
- Resource Management: Ensure that all resources, including manpower, machinery, and materials, are utilized efficiently.
- Training: Provide training and guidance to junior staff and ensure that they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Reporting: Regularly report on project progress, challenges, and solutions to senior management.
- Budget Management: Monitor project expenses and ensure that they stay within the allocated budget.
- Problem Solving: Address any issues or challenges that arise during the construction process and find effective solutions.
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Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Must have a Level 3 NVQ in Supervision.
- Strong background in the role of Civil Foreman or Tunnel Foreman with a proven track record of successful project completions.
- Ideally hold an SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS (Site Supervisors' Safety Training Scheme) certification.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
Company Background
The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.
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LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.
Disability Confident Committed
We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.
Ellen.gallagher@josephgallagher.co.uk
We are one of the UK's leading civil engineering and tunnelling contractors, offering a wide range of construction and specialist services.
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