ABOUT THE COMPANY

Alden is a dynamic and growing main contractor working with leading building consultancies across London and the Home Counties. Specialising in commercial refurbishment contracts (JCT contracts), our projects comprise refurbishments of industrial, office and residential block properties. With an office in Watford (WD17) and a logistics yard in Kings Langley (WD4), we are committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and professionalism. We invest in our people and actively support career development through regular training, upskilling opportunities and annual performance reviews to align employee goals with long-term company growth.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Working Foreman / Forewoman, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of construction projects, combining hands-on trade skills with site-based leadership and coordination responsibilities. This role is ideal for a practical, experienced individual with strong communication and organisational skills who is confident in managing teams and maintaining site discipline and safety standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the key point of contact on-site, liaising regularly with clients, consultants and the internal Contracts Manager to ensure smooth communication and expectations are managed effectively.
• Supervise and manage daily activities on site including direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring high standards of workmanship, productivity and site conduct.
• Take ownership for the successful and timely delivery of assigned projects, including tracking progress against programme milestones and escalating delays or risks to the Contracts Manager as appropriate.
• Coordinate and undertake hands-on construction tasks where required—ideally with a carpentry or multi-trade background.
• Lead daily and weekly site briefings including health & safety toolbox talks, inductions, and review of RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
• Manage materials efficiently, including taking deliveries, monitoring inventory, reordering as needed, and managing site equipment and tools.
• Maintain strict control over site cleanliness, safety, and organisation at all times, in line with company and legal standards.
• Read and interpret technical construction drawings and ensure all works are carried out accordingly.
• Carry out quality control checks, compile snag lists, and oversee remedial and aftercare works as required to close out projects.