CMDP+ is looking to strengthen their team with a Senior General Foreperson for our Southern Water Framework. MWH Treatment and Costain Group are part of the CMDP+ joint venture that will deliver a range of construction schemes to maintain and improve Southern Water’s water supply and wastewater treatment works within the South and Southeast regions.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the coordination of works between all parts of the operational project team.
- Build and develop the team to deliver all aspects of the project requirements; identify training, review performance, and ensure delivery of briefings.
- Provide, monitor, and control labour plant and materials to meet the programme.
- Manage supply chain and the direct workforce.
- Ensure high standard of quality on the works to meet the specification ‘first time’ and minimise rework.
- Assist engineering team with working method and outputs for production of method statements and programme.
- Ensure accurate, legible, and up-to-date allocation sheets are recorded and provided at shift close with delivery tickets and plant returns to the engineering and commercial teams.
- Ensure all records for example inspections, works permits and briefings are up to date and in place.
- Carry out regular safety and environmental inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections.
- Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, supply chain attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer / project team.
- Input into program and budget setting and monitor against progress.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Essential
- Understanding of construction techniques and best practice
- Knowledge of the construction contract and forms of contract through formal training.
- Computer competence (Email, Word, Excel, Document control system.
- Successful experience at General Foreperson level.
- Recognised Civil Engineering and water experience
- Understanding of Engineering Principles
- Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices
- Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management (IOSH for example)
- Experience of managing large sites
- Deep pipeline experience
- Experience of installing large diameter pipes in restricted working areas
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Qualifications
Essential
- CSCS Gold Card
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme SMSTS.
- NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Supervision
Desirable
- NVQ 6 Black Card
- Confined space Cat and genny
- Temp works supervisor
- HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (Desirable)
- Traffic Management Lantra 12a/b qualification (Desirable)
- Traffic safety control Officer (TSCO) (Desirable)
- Vocational Training (successful experience of project supervision) (Desirable)
Senior General Foreperson employer: Costain Group
Costain is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation within the water sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and the chance to work on significant projects that make a real impact. Our home-based role allows for flexibility while being part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering excellence in civil engineering.
