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
