At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major bridge replacement project and coordinate site teams for successful delivery.
- Company: Top civil engineering contractor with exciting infrastructure projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, life assurance, company car, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Supportive environment with career progression and early finishes on Fridays.
- Why this job: Join a significant project and make a real impact in civil engineering.
- Qualifications: Experience in heavy civil engineering and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
We are currently working with our client, a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior General Foreman to join an £11m bridge replacement project near Seaford, East Sussex. The project is already underway and is scheduled to run through to early 2028, offering an excellent opportunity to join a major heavy civil engineering scheme and play a key role in its successful delivery. The works involve the construction of a new bridge over the River Cuckmere, together with a broad range of complex civil engineering activities, including bored piling, sheet piling, retaining walls, earthworks, highway works, scour protection and temporary works.
The Role
As Senior General Foreman, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day delivery of the works, coordinating site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements. Your responsibilities will include:
- Directing and coordinating the work of site operatives and subcontractors.
- Ensuring environmental management systems are effectively implemented on site.
- Supporting the preparation and delivery of project programmes.
- Planning and ordering materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
- Maintaining accurate daily records of works completed.
- Monitoring progress and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with the site programme.
- Ensuring all plant and equipment is suitable for the required tasks and complies with current legislation.
- Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with the required quality, health & safety and environmental standards.
- Working closely with the project management team to support the successful delivery of the scheme.
About You
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior General Foreman with a strong background in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will ideally have:
- Proven experience working as a Senior General Foreman or General Foreman on major civil engineering schemes.
- A strong background in highways and earthworks, ideally gained with a main contractor.
- Experience leading site teams and subcontractors on complex infrastructure projects.
- Strong communication and people-management skills, with the ability to drive productivity while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
- SMSTS and CSCS certification.
- Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.
- A full UK driving licence.
What's on Offer?
Our client offers a competitive benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for career development and progression, including:
- Life assurance - 4x annual salary.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Company pension scheme - employer matching up to 8%.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional holiday.
- Extensive training and development programmes.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Employee benefits platform.
- Free on-site parking.
- Company social calendar.
- Regular team events and charity initiatives.
- A supportive working environment with genuine opportunities to progress your career.
- Early finish every Friday.
Interested? If you are an experienced Senior General Foreman looking for your next opportunity and would like to be part of a significant heavy civil engineering project in East Sussex, we would be keen to hear from you.
Senior General Foreman in Seaford employer: Mane Contract Services
Mane Contract Services is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Northern Ireland where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, with opportunities to enhance their skills in lean manufacturing and heavy equipment engineering. The company fosters a supportive culture that values teamwork and encourages employees to contribute to meaningful projects that drive efficiency and excellence in manufacturing.
