General Foreman - Thames Valley - Dom

General Foreman - Role Summary
We have a number of opportunities available for a General Foreman to join the team working on projects located on sites in and around Thames Valley Region, in particular sites along the M4 Corridor.
The role 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 program.
With full responsibility for delivering all physical elements of construction work activities from commencement through to completion, maximising quality of product, service and profitability while ensuring schemes are delivered safely and to time.
Our client are committed to demonstrating exemplary standards and leadership throughout the sector they work closely with our customers and supply chain partners to receive outstanding results.
They have committed to working collaboratively with Thames Water, our valued strategic suppliers and other stakeholders to embed MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) to realise leading safety, health and wellbeing, quality, customer service, sustainability and efficiency performance improvements.
General Foreman - What you will be doing
As the General Foreman your duties & responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• Ensure the site fulfils all obligations for external compliance audit.
• Ensure Permit to Work systems, Inductions and Briefings are correctly carried out.
• 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.
• Assist with the control and monitoring of the progress of the works.
• Administer reporting systems (e.g. delivery notes, Plant hire and collections, waste management,) to maximise cash flow and profitability.
• Implement strict controls on subcontractors, suppliers, and operatives.
• Post contract: organise and co-ordinate the undertaking of maintenance work.
• Ensure full participation in operative staff development review, training, and mentoring.

General Foreman - What we will need from you

• 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.

Dependent on the project or section of work being supervised: specialist knowledge may at times be desirable or essential.
Essentials

• 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.

Desirable

• Practical training e.g., attendance on courses for Forms of Contract, Scaffolding Appreciation, Formwork/Falsework Appreciation, Concrete Technology, H&S Management, planning etc
• Appointed person and Temporary Works Co-ordinator.
• Behavioural safety training
• Training in Lean principles

General Foreman - What we can offer you

• Competitive salary (to be discussed on application)
• Car allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
• Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• 2 days volunteering opportunities
• Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees
• Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
  • Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Travel insurance
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions