General Foreman

We're looking for an experienced General Foreman to join a specialist self-delivery contractor on a major reinforced concrete package on a large energy scheme. With multiple active work fronts and a demanding programme,…

Pay rate £330 – £370/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 23 October 2026

Trusted. Transparent. Built for contractors. Thousands of UK contractors find their next contract on ContractorUK.

View all construction & property jobs ›

About this job

We're looking for an experienced General Foreman to join a specialist self-delivery contractor on a major reinforced concrete package on a large energy scheme.
With multiple active work fronts and a demanding programme, we need a proper construction Foreman who can manage the workforce, drive production and keep the job moving.
The Role
*
Lead and coordinate direct labour, working Foremen and specialist subcontractors
*
Manage steel fixers, shuttering carpenters, concrete gangs and associated trades
*
Supervise major RC works, including foundations, walls, slabs and structural elements
*
Plan daily activities, labour, plant and materials against programme
*
Coordinate formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete pours
*
Work closely with Engineers, Sub Agents and Construction Management
*
Drive productivity across multiple work fronts
*
Maintain quality standards, pre-pour inspections and ITP compliance
*
Deliver daily briefings and maintain accurate site records
*
Identify and resolve construction constraints before they affect production
*
Maintain strong health, safety and site discipline
You'll Need
*
Proven General Foreman experience on major RC / FRC projects
*
Strong background with a self-delivery civil engineering contractor
*
Excellent understanding of formwork, falsework, reinforcement and concrete construction
*
Experience managing substantial direct labour workforces
*
Strong planning, sequencing and workforce management skills
*
SMSTS / SSSTS and CSCS
*
To have progressed through a shuttering joiner or steel fixer trades route
We're looking for someone who understands how reinforced concrete structures are built, can push production and knows how to get work delivered safely and efficiently.
Working Pattern: 50 hours p/week Monday to Friday

Apply for this job

You'll complete your application on CV-Library, our jobs partner.

← More construction & property jobs

Set up for this contract

ContractorUK partners
Markel Direct IR35 and contractor insurance

Most agencies and clients ask for professional indemnity and public liability before you start.

Get your quote →
SG Accounting Contractor accountants

Working through your own limited company? A contractor-specialist accountant keeps the admin off your desk.

Find out more → Also: Caroola · Dolan Accountancy · Compare all accountants

Get new Construction contracts by email

One email when new matches appear. Unsubscribe with one click.

Prefer to be found? Upload your CV to CV-Library — free