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General Foreman

Job in Dunfermline, Fife, KY12, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Avenue Scotland
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-23
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Site Manager, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: General Foreman (Permanent)
General Foreman | Dunfermline & Central Belt | ££Negotiable DOE

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest-growing contractors as a General Foreman on a permanent contract, working on projects across Scotland. While candidates ideally will be based in the central belt, travel across Scotland will be required.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced General Foreman who will ensure projects are delivered successfully, client relationships are enhanced, and site teams are supported to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage labour, plant, and materials to deliver works efficiently and safely.
Take responsibility for site health and safety, ensuring RAMS are communicated and understood.
Support the Site Agent in initial site set-up, implementing systems and procedures.
Read and interpret construction drawings; complete accurate material take-offs.
Coordinate and control direct labour and gangers in the self-delivery of civil works.
Deliver complex civil engineering works, including earthworks and reinforced concrete works.
Carry out daily briefings and toolbox talks.
Maintain accurate records, including daily diaries, allocation sheets, plant returns, and GRNs.
Participate in weekly progress meetings, reporting on programme and resourcing.
Liaise with subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery, providing support as required.
Identify technical issues and escalate appropriately.
Ensure works are delivered to programme, maintaining resources to meet cost and time targets.

Role Requirements:

Proven experience in earthworks and civil engineering packages.
Competent in managing direct workforce, plant, and subcontractors.
Strong understanding of site health and safety management.
IT literate with good record-keeping skills.
Full manual UK driving licence
Flexible and willing to travel across Scotland.
SMSTS/SSSTS
First Aid
Desirable:

Experience of working within live substations or the wider energy sector.

Interested? Apply with your most recent or Call Alanna: (phone number removed).

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