General Foreman

General Foreman
Groundworks & Civil Engineering

Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £50k base + Van
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated General Foreman to join one of our growing civil engineering and groundworks contractors. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong site leader to oversee the successful delivery of multiple groundworks packages while managing a workforce of approximately 40 groundworkers across a range of commercial and infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate a team of approximately 40 groundworkers and subcontractors.
• Plan and manage daily site activities to achieve programme milestones.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with company policies and statutory regulations.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inductions.
• Allocate labour, plant, and materials effectively to maximise productivity.
• Monitor workmanship and maintain high quality standards throughout the project.
• Liaise closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, Engineers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve site issues before they impact programme or budget.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Maintain accurate site records, including labour returns, plant usage, and daily progress reports.
• Promote a positive safety culture and maintain high standards of housekeeping across all work areas.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a General Foreman within civil engineering and groundworks.
• Demonstrable experience managing large site teams of 30–40 operatives or more.
• Strong knowledge of groundworks including:
  • Foundations
  • Drainage
  • Roads and sewers
  • Earthworks
  • Concrete works
  • External works
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Preferred Qualifications

• SSSTS or SMSTS
• CSCS Gold or Black Card
• First Aid at Work
• Temporary Works Awareness
• CPCS or NPORS (desirable)

What They Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Long-term pipeline of secured work.
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor with an excellent reputation for quality and delivery.