Senior General Foreman

Job description

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:

• 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.

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.

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Seaford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English