Highways Ganger

General Foreman - UK Civil Engineering Division. We are recruiting for a Freelance General Foreman to join our UK Civils Division in the South on our National Highways Concrete Road Framework in Colchester. You will be responsible for supervising the works on a section of the site as instructed by the Works Manager and Site Agent, overseeing sub-contractors.

Awareness of the sub-contractors RAM's & COSHH assessments and monitors that the works are carried out in accordance with them. Monitor safety and quality - stopping any dangerous operations and questions anything that does not look right with the sub-contractors site manager bringing their concerns to the Works Manager's attention. Assist the Works Manager with the weekly safety inspections and collects weekly inspection sheets from the sub-contractors. You will manage a number of Trainee Foremen/Assistant Supervisors and Operatives, assist with co-ordination of the site logistics and the co-ordination and distribution of materials to the various work fronts - making sub-contractors aware of site hazards e.g. shallow drains, overhead cables and suspended slab weight restrictions. Work with the Works Manager to inspect sub-contractors work and sign it off when it is to an acceptable standard. Assist with the waste removal and the policing of the waste being put into the appropriate waste skips. Working on multiple projects and sectors with technical and logistical delivery challenges
Good understanding of the project logistics and programme to completion
Good working knowledge of the project specification
Experience managing a team of operatives Qualifications & Training
Working towards an academic and or a professional industry related qualification
Site Management Safety Training (SMSTS)
CSCS card
Site Management Toolbox Training.
Planning & RA's
Our vision is to dedicate ourselves to Building Excellence, delivering constantly high-quality projects exceeding our client's expectations. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for talented individuals to help us reach our plans.