General Foreman at Galliford Try

, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Site Coordination, Resource Planning, Quality Control, Health And Safety Management, Subcontractor Supervision, RAMS Preparation, Project Scheduling, Digital Literacy, Team Leadership, Communication

Industry

Construction

Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. General Foreman – Infrastructure – Bedfordshire Location – Bedfordshire Purpose of the role: As a General Foreman working on our new highways project in Bedfordshire. you will ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. You will play a key role in coordinating site activities, supporting your team, and maintaining a positive and collaborative working environment. What you will be doing: * Help create and maintain a safe, supportive working environment where everyone feels able to speak up * Coordinate and oversee day-to-day site activities to keep work running smoothly * Plan and organise people, materials, and equipment to support delivery targets * Check that all work (temporary and permanent) follows the agreed design and standards * Work with engineering teams to support planning, scheduling, and problem-solving * Make sure safety processes are in place before work starts (e.g. RAMS and permits), and support their preparation where needed * Communicate clearly and respectfully with site teams and subcontractors, including inductions, briefings, and meetings * Support and supervise subcontractors to deliver safe, high-quality work, and keep accurate site records About you: * Work safely and follow health, safety, and quality processes at all times * Communicate clearly and respectfully with site teams, subcontractors, and customers * Deliver construction activities in line with drawings, specifications, and agreed standards * Lead and support others in a calm, inclusive way, including delivering briefings and getting the best from the team * Bring relevant experience and qualifications (e.g. SMSTS, CSCS), along with confidence using everyday digital tools (such as Office 365) What we can offer in return: With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits: We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. * Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays * A wide range of corporate discounts * Cycle to Work schemes * Comprehensive pension plan * Competitive family leave policy * Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme * Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it * Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us: Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Infrastructure Business Our Infrastructure business has seen impressive growth over the last few years, securing a number of high-profile projects and places on key frameworks that have cemented our position as a leading player in the infrastructure sector. We are committed to investing in the success of our people, our business and our partners by consistently exceeding targets and delivering value to our customers through excellence, efficiency and innovation. We ensure that we have a positive impact and lasting legacy on the local environment, society and the communities in which we work. With a solid foundation, we are poised for continued growth. Our Sustainable Growth Strategy centres on expanding our core capabilities into adjacent markets with new and existing customers, with a focus on infrastructure resilience to support the UK’s transition to net zero. Infrastructure (Local Authority) Our local authority business stream focuses on delivering vital infrastructure across the country, connecting communities, improving safety and providing multi modal forms of transport through a regionally focused approach. We have an excellent reputation in the marketplace as a trusted and reliable partner. Our strong portfolio of schemes and key role on nine frameworks in the UK provides over 100 local authorities with direct access to our services. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Infrastructure business please contact Jenny Reid on jenny.reid@gallifordtry.co.uk [jenny.reid@gallifordtry.co.uk] Additional Information: Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. A full job description for this role is available upon request. #LI-JR1

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day site activities for a highways project to ensure works are delivered safely, on schedule, and to high quality standards. Supervise subcontractors and collaborate with engineering teams to manage materials, equipment, and safety processes.