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Jackson Civil Engineering

Senior General Foreman

Seaford
Posted about 15 hours ago
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Due to continued growth we are recruiting for a Senior General Foreman for our Southern Region.

Here at Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.

We are seeking an experienced Senior General Foreman to take a leading role on a Bridge Replacement project near Seaford, East Sussex.

This £11m heavy civil engineering scheme is currently underway and will run through to early 2028. The project involves the construction of a new bridge over the River Cuckmere and includes a wide range of civil engineering activities such as bored piling, sheet piling, retaining walls, earthworks, highway works, scour protection, and temporary works.

Main Duties For The Senior General Foreman Will Include

  • Direct the work of operatives and sub-contractors
  • Ensure environmental systems are implemented satisfactorily
  • Contribute to preparation of programme
  • Plan and order materials and plant to achieve programmes
  • Keep daily records of work carried out
  • Ensure that works proceed in accordance with site programmes
  • Ensure all plant on site is suitable for the task and conforms to current legislation
  • Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.

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Are you the Senior General Foreman we are looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Senior General Foreman with a strong background in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in highways and earthworks operations, ideally gained working for a main contractor, and will be confident leading site teams on complex schemes.

You will possess excellent people management and communication skills, with the ability to drive productivity while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality.

Applicants must hold SMSTS and CSCS certification, while Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.

Must have a full UK driving licence.

Excellent Benefits Package And Personal Development Opportunities

We don’t just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:

  • Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
  • Extensive training programmes
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee benefits platform
  • Free on-site parking
  • Company social calendar
  • Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
  • A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career.
  • ‘The Great Escape’ – leaving early every Friday!

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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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Skills

Heavy Civil Engineering
Infrastructure Projects
Highways Operations
Earthworks
People Management
Communication
Productivity Driving
Health And Safety Management
Quality Control
Environmental Systems Implementation
Project Programming
Material Planning
Plant Management
Sub-contractor Management
Site Leadership

Location

Seaford, England, United Kingdom

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