General Foreman

Location: Oxfordshire

General Foreman

Location:

Oxfordshire

Rate: £380-£400 per day (umbrella)

Contract:

6 months+ (major 2-3 year highways programme, strong extension likelihood)

Interview / Start: ASAP

Client:
Tier 1 Highways Contractor

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced General Foreman to support a major highways and civils development in Oxfordshire. This long‑term programme includes substantial roadworks, structures, drainage, utilities interfaces and general civils delivery, offering stability and strong extension potential.

You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, ensure safe and compliant delivery, maintain progress against programme, and uphold quality and environmental standards across the project.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Oversight

Manage Site Engineers, Section Engineers and Foremen

Drive a strong safety culture across the entire site team

Provide clear daily briefings and maintain accurate site records

Construction Delivery

Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme

Monitor progress and control all aspects of site operations

Deliver works to specification and support project delivery within budget

Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management

Manage and monitor subcontractor performance

Liaise with client representatives and designers

Attend monthly progress meetings and compile reports

Quality, Environment & Compliance

Implement and manage Quality and Environmental plans

Ensure full compliance with HSE procedures and site systems

Introduce improvements and innovations where appropriate

Commercial & Cost Control

Support cost control and contract administration

Ensure accurate records are prepared and maintained

Essential Experience

Proven experience as a General Foreman within civil engineering

Strong leadership and organisational skills

Excellent understanding of construction processes, equipment and safety procedures

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Valid CSCS / CSR / SAFEPASS

Previous experience on highway or public realm projects

Desirable Experience

Relevant construction management qualifications

Experience managing a full site or a section of a major civils project

Temporary Works Coordinator trained

CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting)

Contract Details

Rate: £380-£400 per day (umbrella)

Duration: 6 months+ (project runs 2-3 years)

Start: ASAP

Interview: ASAP

Location:

Oxfordshire

Client:
Tier 1 Highways Contractor

Next Steps

For more information, please call Daniel Baker on (phone number removed) or apply via this advert