Highways General Foreman

Your new company

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a General Foreman to support the delivery of a major highways infrastructure project in Milton Keynes. This is a long-term contract opportunity on a significant scheme with works due to commence shortly.

Your new role

As General Foreman, you will be responsible for supervising site operations and coordinating labour, plant and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:

Managing site operatives and subcontractors on a daily basis
Coordinating labour, plant and materials
Supporting the delivery team with short-term planning of works
Ensuring health, safety and environmental standards are maintained
Monitoring productivity and progress on site
Carrying out site briefings and toolbox talks
Liaising with engineers, supervisors and site management
Supporting the successful delivery of highways and civil engineering works

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience as a General Foreman within civil engineering or highways projects
Strong understanding of site operations and construction methodologies
Experience supervising labour and subcontractors
Knowledge of health, safety and quality requirements
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
CSCS card

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed