Overview

At Sisk, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

The General Foreman is responsible to the Contracts Manager and works closely with the Quantity Surveyor. They are responsible for the management of the onsite programme in respect of delivery, workmanship and safety. The General Foreman ensures that adequate and proper labour, plant, materials and subcontractor's resources are available to meet the requirements of the contract and in line with company policies. Contract: 3 months' FTC (summer projects) 

Responsibilities

Establish and monitor key stage programmes.

Set up the site and maintain site security (Maintain site hutting, hoardings and signboards to present a tidy and professional appearance).

Take possession of the site, plan and coordinate trades activities.

Apply for temporary service connections.

Interpret drawings and specification and communicate directions to site personnel, Subcontractors and suppliers.

Ensure that adequate method statements and risk assessments (RAs) are completed for high-risk activities.

Request outstanding information from the professional team and confirm all verbal instructions.

Assist with ensuring all necessary approvals are in place to allow project to progress without risk (E.g. Hording Licence).

Review buildability and identify methods of construction with commercial or programme advantage where possible.

With the Environmental Co-ordinator implement the environmental controls and work towards the objectives set out in the HSE plan.

Attend site meetings, subcontract and internal meetings - maintain and circulate notes and action points.

Experience

Good written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with colleagues, clients and third parties, in a warm and persuasive way both formally and informally and able to alter style and method to suit audience

A proven track record of least ten years within a construction management environment with a similar National/Regional Contractor

Strong analytical skills

Organised with good time management and capable of proactive planning

Qualifications

First Aid at work certificate.

IOSH or equivalent H&S management training

Temporary Works & Excavation Safety

Permitting requirements for live energy works (Must be in conjunction with Site & Safety Management)

Working at Heights & Scaffolding

Lifting & Cranage operations

Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan

Additional Information

Unlimited learning and development opportunities
Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.

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General Foreman

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