Civils General Foreman

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced General Foreman on behalf of a thriving civil engineering main contractor to work on projects across West Yorkshire.

This large main contractor have been established over 50 years and are a well-known contractor in North of England. They've developed a strong name in Yorkshire having undergone significant regional growth in recent years, they now need a Site Agent to join them. 5 new sites to start shortly in West Yorkshire alongside ongoing work and a full order book for 2026 & most of 2027.

Looking like it's going to be a very busy couple of years for them!

highways, s278 works, deep drainage, public realm / street works, flood defence, bridges / structures etc. General Civil Engineering works. Projects £5m-£15m.

• Assisting Manager (Project or Site) in delivery of schemes.
• Site setup involvement.
• Daily briefings with staff on site.
• HSE toolbox talks.
• Directing multiple gangs in daily delivery of work.
• Managing sub-contractors.
• Briefing and adjusting RAMS for site.
• Ordering materials.
• Involvement with progress reports & meetings.
• Plant checks & permits.

• Must have experience as General Foreman and/or Site Manager on varied civil engineering / infrastructure projects delivered as PC with values of £1m+.
• Must have experience delivering: full road construction, s278 works, deep drainage, structures etc. as General Foreman.
• Must hold: CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid and full driving license.
• Beneficial: NRSWA, Temporary Works, Appointed Person etc.

A salary of up to £58,000 (dependant upon experience) plus...

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment