At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead site activities, manage schedules, and ensure projects meet quality standards.
- Company: A family-owned construction business with over 150 years of experience.
- Benefits: Company van, 33 days holiday, pension, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a respected company and make a tangible impact on diverse construction projects.
- Qualifications: CSCS card, trade background, and strong health and safety knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Full Time | 7.30am - 5.00pm | Site Based
Benefits:
- Company van
- On-site parking
- PPE and uniform provided
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays
- Contributory pension
- Non-contributory life cover
- Continued professional development through structured learning programmes
About the Client:
Our client is a long-established, family-owned construction business with over 150 years of history, delivering high-quality projects across commercial, education, industrial, heritage, blue light and leisure sectors. They operate across the Home Counties, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire and North London, delivering schemes through two divisions: Small Works & Frameworks (up to £1m) and Main Contracts (up to £15m). This role sits within their Small Works & Frameworks division, delivering projects up to £1m.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and manage the working schedule for the team
- Place orders for required equipment and materials
- Engage subcontractors when needed, with management approval
- Allocate tasks appropriately across the team
- Ensure work progresses efficiently and to programme
- Keep management updated on project development
- Ensure works are completed on or before deadlines
- Maintain safe systems of work and ensure all operatives follow required standards
- Ensure projects are completed to the specification and quality required by the client
Skills & Experience:
- Strong knowledge of health and safety protocols
- Familiarity with industry ISO standards
- Confident communicator with clients and stakeholders across various sectors
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation and communication skills
- Trade background
Qualifications & Requirements:
- In-date CSCS card supported by a recognised qualification (NVQ, HNC/HND, degree or equivalent)
- SSSTS
- First Aid at Work
- Full UK driving licence
- Required to wear company-issued uniform and PPE on site
Security, Vetting & Right to Work:
- Must have full right to work in the UK
- Must have been continuously resident in the UK for the past 5 years to meet client vetting requirements
- Must be willing to undertake DBS, BPSS or client-led security checks where required
- Must be willing to discuss any matters relevant to vetting as part of the process
- Must be able to maintain the vetting standards required for regulated sites
Salary & Package: £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience. Company van.
General Foreman (Building) in Watford employer: A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd
Join a long-established, family-owned construction business with over 150 years of history, where you will be part of a supportive work culture that values safety and quality. With competitive benefits including a company van, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for continued professional development, this role as a General Foreman offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment across the Home Counties. Experience the satisfaction of delivering high-quality projects while being part of a team that prioritises employee growth and well-being.
Contact Details:
A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd Recruitment Team
