Working Foreman - Structural Alterations & Groundworks
Job Title: Working Foreman
Location: Colchester and surrounding areas
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role:
We are currently looking for a reliable and experienced Working Foreman to join our team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will lead and work alongside site operatives on a variety of residential and commercial projects, with a strong emphasis on structural alterations, groundworks, and underpinning.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who can manage teams on site while maintaining a high standard of workmanship and health & safety compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
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Supervise and lead site teams on structural alteration and groundwork projects
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Undertake and oversee tasks such as underpinning, drainage, foundation works, and concrete pours
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Liaise with site managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure works are carried out according to drawings and specifications
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Ensure compliance with site health & safety procedures and carry out site inductions/toolbox talks
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Monitor progress and report on daily activities
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Coordinate materials, plant, and labour effectively
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Read and interpret construction drawings and set out work as required
Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Working Foreman on structural and groundwork projects
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Strong knowledge of underpinning techniques, temporary works, and structural propping
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Hands-on, practical construction skills
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Ability to read drawings and work with minimal supervision
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CSCS Card (Gold or above )
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SSSTS or SMSTS qualification ()
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First Aid at Work certification ()
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Full UK driving licence
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Ongoing pipeline of interesting, technical projects
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Opportunity to develop within a growing and supportive team
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Company vehicle or travel allowance (depending on arrangement)