Job Description:

Bennett & Game are pleased to be working with a leading civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Senior General Foreman to join an £11m bridge replacement project near Seaford, East Sussex.

The project is currently underway and is expected to run through to early 2028, involving the construction of a new bridge over the River Cuckmere alongside a wide range of heavy civil engineering activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior General Foreman with a strong background in heavy civils, highways and earthworks to take a leading role on a complex infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise operatives and subcontractors on site.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with the site programme.
• Contribute to programme preparation and planning.
• Plan and order materials and plant to meet programme requirements.
• Maintain accurate daily records of works undertaken.
• Ensure all plant is suitable for the task and complies with current legislation.
• Ensure environmental systems and procedures are implemented effectively.
• Monitor works to ensure compliance with company quality, health & safety and environmental policies.
• Drive productivity while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Work closely with site management and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Role Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior General Foreman / General Foreman within heavy civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong experience in highways and earthworks operations.
• Experience working for a main contractor would be advantageous.
• Confident managing site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
• Strong people management and communication skills.
• Ability to drive productivity while maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality.
• SMSTS certification is essential.
• CSCS certification is essential.
• Lift Supervisor and NRSWA Supervisor qualifications would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Life assurance - 4x annual salary
• Company pension scheme - company contribution of up to 8%
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional leave
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar and charity events
• Supportive working environment with genuine career progression opportunities
• 'The Great Escape' - leaving early every Friday

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Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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