General Foreman

We are seeking an experienced General Foreman to support the delivery of a high-profile public realm and highways scheme in Cambridge. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supervising day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with design and quality expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
·Site Supervision: Lead and coordinate operatives and subcontractors to deliver works safely and to programme.
·Work Planning: Support the delivery team in short-term planning, logistics, and resourcing of daily site activities.
·Quality Control: Monitor workmanship and ensure compliance with specifications and industry standards.
·Health & Safety: Promote a positive safety culture and ensure strict adherence to CDM regulations and company H&S procedures.
·Team Leadership: Deliver daily briefings, toolbox talks, and safety observations to maintain workforce engagement and compliance.
·Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with Site Engineers, Project Managers, and local authority representatives to manage interfaces and mitigate disruption.
·Site Records: Assist with maintaining accurate site diaries, check sheets, and progress reporting.
Requirements:
·Experience on Highways and/or Public Realm schemes - essential.
·Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods and sequencing.
·Proven ability to lead site teams and manage subcontractors.
·CSCS card - essential.
·SSSTS or SMSTS - desirable.
·Knowledge of temporary works, permits, and traffic management - beneficial.
·Excellent communication and organisational skills.
For more information please click APPLY NOW or call Harvey Barlow on (phone number removed).
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years'' experience in this market. Please call Harvey Barlow at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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