General Foreman

PSR are working with a main contractor working across Thames Valley region, who are on the lookout for a General Foreman to join them on current AMP 7 projects and transition into AMP 8.

The role as a General Foreman is to proactively lead and effectively coordinate construction phase activities within the Project Teams promoting health, safety, environmental and construction best practice across the framework programme to demonstrating exemplary standards and leadership throughout the sector

Main resposabilities as a General Foreman
- Appraise the risk to the scheme in conjunction with the Project Manager and install and monitor adequate site security.
- In conjunction with the site management team, manage the project procurement process for suppliers and contractors in line with the Company processes and commercial best practice.
- Plan and co-ordinate the operational delivery of the project as required.
- Oversee the day-to-day construction processes and ensure co-ordination within the site team, client, and contractors.
- Attend meetings with and maintain necessary regular contact with clients and stakeholders.

Necessary experience needed as a General Foreman
- Experience of working for a major sized Civil Engineering Contractor working on water or major highways schemes.
- Sound knowledge of construction methods, health and safety, and legal regulations as well as a comprehensive understanding and experience of a wide range of construction techniques and best practices.
- Experience of managing and developing staff.
- Adopt a proactive approach to the environment and customer care of all the stakeholders involved in a project - promotion of positive image of the Company name to protect and promote the brand name.

Essential qualifications as a General Foreman
- CITB Level 3 Safety Course SMSTS (5 day).
- Appropriate CSCS card.
- First Aid at Work (4 day).
- Experienced in IT Packages e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint