General Foreman
Posted on Jul 7, 2026 by CV-Library
Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
We’re supporting a well‑established civil engineering contractor in the North East who is looking to appoint an experienced General Foreman to oversee daily site operations across a range of civils and infrastructure projects. This role suits a hands‑on leader who can drive productivity, maintain high safety standards, and support the successful delivery of complex site works.
Key Responsibilities
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Daily Site Coordination: Lead and organise site teams to ensure smooth, efficient progress.
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Supervision of Trades & Labour: Oversee operatives and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed to specification.
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Health & Safety Leadership: Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with CDM and company procedures.
*
Quality Assurance: Monitor workmanship, complete inspections, and maintain accurate site records.
*
Programme Support: Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to maintain progress and address delays.
*
Problem Solving: Identify issues early and implement practical solutions to keep works on track.
What You’ll Bring
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Proven experience as a General Foreman, Working Foreman, or Ganger within civil engineering.
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Strong understanding of groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, highways, or public realm.
*
Confident communicator with the ability to lead teams effectively.
*
Solid knowledge of site safety, quality standards, and construction processes.
*
CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid; plant tickets advantageous.
Benefits
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Competitive salary and package
*
Opportunity to work on high‑profile North East civils schemes
*
Supportive operational and engineering teams
*
Clear progression routes into Site Management
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced General Foreman looking for your next challenge within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation
Key Responsibilities
*
Daily Site Coordination: Lead and organise site teams to ensure smooth, efficient progress.
*
Supervision of Trades & Labour: Oversee operatives and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed to specification.
*
Health & Safety Leadership: Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with CDM and company procedures.
*
Quality Assurance: Monitor workmanship, complete inspections, and maintain accurate site records.
*
Programme Support: Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to maintain progress and address delays.
*
Problem Solving: Identify issues early and implement practical solutions to keep works on track.
What You’ll Bring
*
Proven experience as a General Foreman, Working Foreman, or Ganger within civil engineering.
*
Strong understanding of groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, highways, or public realm.
*
Confident communicator with the ability to lead teams effectively.
*
Solid knowledge of site safety, quality standards, and construction processes.
*
CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid; plant tickets advantageous.
Benefits
*
Competitive salary and package
*
Opportunity to work on high‑profile North East civils schemes
*
Supportive operational and engineering teams
*
Clear progression routes into Site Management
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced General Foreman looking for your next challenge within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation
Reference: 225335979
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General Foreman
Posted on Jul 7, 2026 by CV-Library
Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
We’re supporting a well‑established civil engineering contractor in the North East who is looking to appoint an experienced General Foreman to oversee daily site operations across a range of civils and infrastructure projects. This role suits a hands‑on leader who can drive productivity, maintain high safety standards, and support the successful delivery of complex site works.
Key Responsibilities
*
Daily Site Coordination: Lead and organise site teams to ensure smooth, efficient progress.
*
Supervision of Trades & Labour: Oversee operatives and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed to specification.
*
Health & Safety Leadership: Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with CDM and company procedures.
*
Quality Assurance: Monitor workmanship, complete inspections, and maintain accurate site records.
*
Programme Support: Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to maintain progress and address delays.
*
Problem Solving: Identify issues early and implement practical solutions to keep works on track.
What You’ll Bring
*
Proven experience as a General Foreman, Working Foreman, or Ganger within civil engineering.
*
Strong understanding of groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, highways, or public realm.
*
Confident communicator with the ability to lead teams effectively.
*
Solid knowledge of site safety, quality standards, and construction processes.
*
CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid; plant tickets advantageous.
Benefits
*
Competitive salary and package
*
Opportunity to work on high‑profile North East civils schemes
*
Supportive operational and engineering teams
*
Clear progression routes into Site Management
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced General Foreman looking for your next challenge within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation
Key Responsibilities
*
Daily Site Coordination: Lead and organise site teams to ensure smooth, efficient progress.
*
Supervision of Trades & Labour: Oversee operatives and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed to specification.
*
Health & Safety Leadership: Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with CDM and company procedures.
*
Quality Assurance: Monitor workmanship, complete inspections, and maintain accurate site records.
*
Programme Support: Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to maintain progress and address delays.
*
Problem Solving: Identify issues early and implement practical solutions to keep works on track.
What You’ll Bring
*
Proven experience as a General Foreman, Working Foreman, or Ganger within civil engineering.
*
Strong understanding of groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, highways, or public realm.
*
Confident communicator with the ability to lead teams effectively.
*
Solid knowledge of site safety, quality standards, and construction processes.
*
CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid; plant tickets advantageous.
Benefits
*
Competitive salary and package
*
Opportunity to work on high‑profile North East civils schemes
*
Supportive operational and engineering teams
*
Clear progression routes into Site Management
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced General Foreman looking for your next challenge within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation
Reference: 225335979
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