Groundworks Foreman

at  Glenveagh Properties PLC

As one of Ireland’s leading homebuilders, Glenveagh is focused on delivering high quality homes in flourishing communities. We achieve quality and great accessibility to new homes by relentlessly innovating the way we plan, design and build. We bring new ideas home.
As a member of the Glenveagh team, you will join a work environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to express their ideas, and where collaboration and teamwork are the norm. Named as one of Ireland’s Best Large Workplaces in 2024, and accredited with the Silver Investors in Diversity Mark, we offer an unrivaled suite of benefits and a workplace where you can develop a long-term career.
The Groundworks Foreman is responsible for the coordination and delivery of the Groundworks elements of the site.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree/Higher Diploma/HETAC qualification (or relevant trade experience)
• Background in residential developments essential
• Knowledge of latest building regulation and certification standards
• A strong sense of ownership and responsibility for tasks/projects
• Accuracy, attention to detail and a methodical nature are key
• The ability to lead, use initiative and be self-motivated
• Collaborative: Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Customer Focused: Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-first mindset
• Safety First: Committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive working environment
• Can-Do: Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a willingness to go the extra mile
• Innovative: Open to new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Ensure Groundworks are delivered on time and within budget in line with the construction programme
• Assess work activities to be carried out, plan the resources required in conjunction with the site program to ensure that deadlines are met and related works are carried out in the correct sequence
• Manage and coordinate both site staff and sub-contractors on site
• Liaise and communicate closely with the design team, Project Manager and other stakeholders
• Coordinate the daily resourcing and control of site labour and ordering of materials and coordinate look aheads
• Complete the online daily site diary, relevant weekly documentation in accordance with company policy
• Carry out company compliance and administration procedures and recording performance and progress of site operations and subcontractors
• Provide training and technical advice to the site team
• Effectively plan of tasks and efficiently organise the plant and site facilities in order to meet deadlines
• Ensure works are carried out in compliance with planning, health and safety and company guidelines and protocols
• Report weekly and monthly data and information to site teams, key stakeholders and partners
• Maintain a professional image for the company in all dealings with public and stakeholders
• Other ad hoc duties that the Company may require from time to time