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!

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

Please note:

all work is regional, they aim to keep staff within 1 hour of home where possible.

Duties/Responsibilities as General Foreman:

* 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.

Experience required as General Foreman:

* 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.

Remuneration:

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

 1. Company vehicle or circa. £6,500 per annum allowance

 2. Fuel card for business milage incl. personal mileage compensation

 3. 28 days + stat annual leave

 4. Up to 9% pension contribution

 5. Medical care

 6. Discretionary bonus

 7. And more...

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment