Senior General Foreman

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.

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:

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  Directing and coordinating the work of site operatives and subcontractors.
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  Ensuring environmental management systems are effectively implemented on site.
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  Supporting the preparation and delivery of project programmes.
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  Planning and ordering materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
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  Maintaining accurate daily records of works completed.
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  Monitoring progress and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with the site programme.
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  Ensuring all plant and equipment is suitable for the required tasks and complies with current legislation.
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  Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with the required quality, health & safety and environmental standards.
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  Working closely with the project management team to support the successful delivery of the scheme.

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:

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  Proven experience working as a Senior General Foreman or General Foreman on major civil engineering schemes.
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  A strong background in highways and earthworks, ideally gained with a main contractor.
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  Experience leading site teams and subcontractors on complex infrastructure projects.
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  Strong communication and people-management skills, with the ability to drive productivity while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
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  SMSTS and CSCS certification.
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  Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.
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  A full UK driving licence.

Our client offers a competitive benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for career development and progression, including:

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  Life assurance - 4x annual salary.
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  Company car or car allowance.
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  Company pension scheme - employer matching up to 8%.
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  25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional holiday.
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  Extensive training and development programmes.
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  Cycle-to-work scheme.
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  Employee Assistance Programme.
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  Employee benefits platform.
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  Free on-site parking.
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  Company social calendar.
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  Regular team events and charity initiatives.
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  A supportive working environment with genuine opportunities to progress your career.
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  Early finish every Friday.

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.