Enable Resourcing
General Foreman
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Enable Resourcing are recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a £4m highways improvement scheme near Wells, Somerset.
Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.
The project involves the conversion of an existing junction into a new roundabout, including associated earthworks, drainage, highways infrastructure and traffic management works. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the region.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager with the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to the highest quality standards.
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Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily site operations.
- Manage operatives, subcontractors and plant resources.
- Ensure works are delivered safely in accordance with company procedures and industry regulations.
- Monitor progress against programme and assist in achieving project milestones.
- Maintain high standards of quality and workmanship across all activities.
- Ensure permits, site records, inspections and daily diaries are completed accurately.
- Support site management with planning, logistics and resource allocation.
- Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture on site.
- Assist with customer and stakeholder engagement where required.
- Identify risks and opportunities and contribute to successful project delivery.
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Requirements
- Previous experience as a General Foreman within civil engineering or highways.
- Strong background delivering highways, infrastructure, groundworks or heavy civil engineering projects.
- Experience managing direct labour and subcontractors.
- Good understanding of drawings, specifications and construction methodology.
- Knowledge of NEC contracts would be advantageous.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- SMSTS.
- Valid CSCS Card.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
What’s On Offer
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile highways improvement scheme.
- Long-term project stability with a reputable contractor.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Andy Cook at Enable Resourcing
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