General Foreman

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to join a highways scheme in Birmingham, with a particular focus on earthworks and drainage.

Key Responsibilities

* Overseeing day-to-day site operations across highways, earthworks and drainage works.

* Supervising site gangs, subcontractors and operatives to ensure works are delivered safely and to programme.

* Coordinating labour, plant, materials and resources to maintain productivity.

* Managing earthworks activities, including excavation, material placement, compaction and levels.

* Overseeing drainage installation, including pipework, chambers, manholes and associated infrastructure.

* Ensuring works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and method statements.

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

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

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

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

* Liaising with Site Engineers and the wider project team to ensure works are coordinated effectively.

Requirements

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

* Strong background in earthworks and drainage operations.

* Experience supervising site gangs, subcontractors and plant.

* Good understanding of construction drawings, levels and site sequencing.

* Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures and site documentation.

* Valid CSCS card.

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

* Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

* Ability to drive productivity and maintain high standards of workmanship.

* Available to start at short notice.

What's on Offer?

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

* Immediate start available.

* 6-month contract.

* Opportunity to work on a highways infrastructure scheme in Birmingham.

* A key supervisory role covering earthworks and drainage packages.

* Ongoing support throughout the recruitment and placement process.

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