Details:
- Salary: £270 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Leeds West Yorkshire
- Date: 13 hours ago
Description:
We are working with a well-established groundworks and civil engineering contractor that delivers infrastructure and groundworks packages for some of the UK's leading housebuilders. Due to a busy workload, they are looking to appoint an experienced Working Foreman on a freelance basis for an initial 6-month contract.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys leading from the front, coordinating site activities whilst remaining involved in the day-to-day delivery of the works.
The Role
Reporting to the Site Manager/Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for supervising gangs on site and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Supervising groundworks operatives and subcontractors.
* Leading by example and assisting with site activities where required.
* Coordinating daily works and ensuring productivity targets are achieved.
* Maintaining high standards of health & safety on site.
* Ensuring quality standards are met throughout the project.
* Liaising with Site Managers, Engineers and subcontractors.
* Organising plant, materials and labour requirements.
* Reporting progress and highlighting any issues affecting programme.
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience as a Working Foreman, General Foreman or Groundworks Foreman.
* Strong background in residential groundworks and civil engineering.
* Experience delivering roads, sewers, drainage, foundations and external works.
* Ability to manage gangs and subcontractors effectively.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* A proactive approach with a strong work ethic.
Essential
* SSSTS or SMSTS
* CSCS Card
* First Aid at Work (preferred)
* Full UK Driving Licence
What's On Offer
* £270 per day (CIS/Ltd).
* Initial 6-month freelance contract, with the potential for extension.
* Opportunity to work on a major residential groundworks project.
* Immediate start available.
* Long-term pipeline of work with a reputable contractor.
If you're an experienced Working Foreman with a background in groundworks and residential infrastructure, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion