Abatec is assisting a leading civil engineering contractor in the appointment of an experienced General Foreman to support their expanding workload across the South West Water framework.
With over £100 million worth of secured work guaranteed, and further projects in the pipeline, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established delivery team offering long-term job security and a consistent workload across the South West.
The projects cover a broad range of civil engineering activities, including wastewater schemes, trunk mains, water infrastructure and associated heavy civils works.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day supervision of site operations, coordinating direct labour, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing daily site operations across water and wastewater civils projects.
- Supervising and coordinating site teams, including Foremen, Gangers and operatives.
- Managing labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
- Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with programme and specifications.
- Briefing teams on RAMS, construction methods and daily activities.
- Monitoring productivity, quality and overall site performance.
- Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Liaising with Site Agents, Engineers and Project Managers to coordinate upcoming works.
- Identifying potential issues on site and implementing practical solutions.
- Ensuring accurate site records, daily diaries and progress reports are maintained.
About You
- Previous experience working as a General Foreman
- Strong background in water, wastewater, utilities, or heavy civil engineering projects.
- Confident managing direct labour and subcontractor teams.
- Good understanding of construction programmes, RAMS and health and safety requirements.
- A hands-on approach with the ability to drive productivity and maintain high standards.
- SMSTS, SSSTS and relevant construction qualifications would be advantageous.
What’s on Offer
- £45k - £55k
- Car allowance / Company car
- Ongoing, long-term workload on a major water framework
- + additional attractive benefits
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