General Foreman

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to join a highways scheme in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract, with 12 months of work available and an immediate start for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

* Overseeing day-to-day site operations across highways and civil engineering works.

* Supervising gangs, subcontractors and site operatives to ensure works are completed efficiently.

* Coordinating labour, plant, materials and resources to meet programme requirements.

* Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications and method statements.

* Maintaining high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.

* Conducting toolbox talks, site briefings and regular safety inspections.

* Monitoring progress on site and reporting updates, delays and issues to the Site Manager or Project Manager.

* Ensuring Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) are followed.

* Liaising with Site Engineers, Site Managers and other project stakeholders.

* Maintaining accurate site records and ensuring work is completed to the required standard.

Requirements

* Proven experience working as a General Foreman on highways or civil engineering projects.

* Strong knowledge of highways construction and site operations.

* Experience managing site gangs, subcontractors and plant.

* Good understanding of health and safety procedures and site documentation.

* Relevant CSCS card.

* SSSTS or SMSTS certification, as required by the project.

* Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

* Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple site activities.

* Available to start at short notice.

What's on Offer?

* £300–£350 per shift, dependent on experience.

* Immediate start available.

* 12 months of contract work.

* Long-term opportunity on a highways scheme in Leeds.

* The chance to join an established project team delivering major civil engineering works.

* Ongoing support throughout the recruitment process and contract.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV, or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail