General Foreman - Southern Water FrameworkContract Role | Main Contractor | Southern Region | Competitive Day Rate

Hays Civil Engineering is recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to support the delivery of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Southern Water framework.
Working for a leading civil engineering contractor, you will play a key role in the safe and successful delivery of projects ranging from treatment works upgrades and pumping stations to pipelines, reservoirs and associated infrastructure schemes throughout the South of England.

This is a long-term contract opportunity offering exposure to a substantial programme of work within the UK water sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising day-to-day site operations and construction activities
• Leading direct labour, subcontractors and supply chain partners on site
• Ensuring all works are delivered safely and in accordance with project requirements
• Driving health, safety, environmental and quality standards across the project
• Coordinating plant, materials and labour resources to maintain project programme
• Delivering daily briefings, toolbox talks and site inductions
• Monitoring productivity and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
• Working closely with Site Agents, Engineers and Project Managers to achieve project objectives
• Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress

Requirements

• Proven experience as a General Foreman, Foreman or Works Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Strong background managing site teams on construction projects
• Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice
• Ability to coordinate multiple work activities and subcontractors
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification
• CSCS Card

Desirable Experience

• Water or wastewater infrastructure projects
• Pipeline installation works
• Reinforced concrete structures
• Treatment works construction and refurbishment
• Utilities, highways, rail or heavy civil engineering environments
• Experience working for Tier 1 or principal contractors

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