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Our Capital (Planned Refurbishments) team based in Plymouth is looking for a Working Foreperson (formerly known as Foreman/Forewoman) to supervise our expanding team, working in Devon, Cornwall & South West England. Working with the Contract Manager & the Business Manager, you'll be helping us to deliver Decarbonisation projects, cyclical & FRA works. We want to hear from people who are truly passionate about making a difference to people's lives and homes. At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job: Competitive basic salary of £41,208 for a 39 hour working week On target earnings up to £42,750 with bonus, overtime and travel expense Company van and fuel card Uniform and PPE provided Paid holidays, pension contributions and life insurance Free legal and financial advice, plus free counselling via Lighthouse Charity Our tradespeople don't just join us, they stay with us. We don't just talk career development, we live it. Find out more by reading "Life at Ian Williams" below. The Working Foreperson role: You will be providing detailed and accurate reports to the Contract Manager to ensure the works can be costed and ordered correctly You will be on-site setting up and monitoring sub-contractors and directly employed labour, ensuring the works are completed to the appropriate specified standards, including checking and signing off all works on completion The daily site management of team productivity, the regular reporting of this and job completion information communicated to the Contracts Manager Health and Safety reporting - you will complete on-site welfare checks, including monitoring safe ways of working, PPE, van, and tool/equipment inspections. What will you bring as a Working Foreperson? Essential to the role are Minimum NVQ level 3 assessment in Occupational Work Supervision or equivalent Experience of delivering Decarbonisation projects First Aid at Work SSSTS Sound knowledge of construction processes The ability to 'lead by example' and incentivise an experienced, directly employed, and subcontract trade workforce Full current UK Driving licence Desirable skills are SMSTS Scaffold Inspection PASMA Life at Ian Williams Working at Ian Williams means stability, safety and the chance to go further with us. Our employees benefit from long-term secured work, due to our contracts, a guaranteed 39 hour paid week and consistent opportunities to boost earnings. We strive to create a strong safety culture, recognised by the ROSPA Presidential Award, which gives us a stay culture. Our Trades community has an average length of service of 4.5 years. You'll be joining a company where your skills are valued, your hard work is rewarded, and we'll support your development both on and off the tools. We are proud our Tradespeople have grown into Business and General Managers. Don't apply for a job, apply for a career! Can't find the job you are looking for right now? Express your interest on our , and join our talent community.

Job Title: General Foreman Location: Dunbridge Rate: £350 per day Limited or PAYE Umbrella Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Foreman to join a major heavy civils project. This hands-on role will see you leading day-to-day site operations, supervising subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Responsibilities You will oversee daily site activities, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and programme requirements. You'll carry out daily planning meetings, plant and safety inspections, supervise temporary works, maintain site records and diaries, and liaise with the site management team to coordinate access, permits, and work sequencing. Strong leadership and communication skills will be essential in driving works forward and maintaining a productive site environment. Requirements You must have previous experience as a General Foreman within heavy civils, utilities, or pipeline construction. A strong understanding of temporary works, plant compliance, and subcontractor management is essential. CSCS Gold/Black Card, SMSTS, and Temporary Works Supervisor are required, with First Aid desirable. How To Apply If you're interested in this General Foreman contract, get in touch today. (url removed) (phone number removed) Alternatively, click Apply below. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

General Foreman/ Foreperson Suffolk £450 per day (Inside IR35, PAYE or Umbrella) Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for a General Foreman to join a multi-million-pound Highways project. This role will see you take charge of daily site operations, managing subcontractors, coordinating logistics, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. Responsibilities You will oversee all site operations, coordinate personnel and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements. You ll manage logistics including plant, labour and materials, maintain accurate site records and daily diaries, and report progress to the site management team. You ll carry out site inspections, lead toolbox talks, and ensure temporary works and permits are in place. Strong leadership and communication will be essential in driving works forward and maintaining a productive site culture. Requirements You must have a solid background in civil engineering, with experience in Earthworks / Structures or Highways / civils projects. Previous work with Tier 1 contractors is preferred. SMSTS, CSCS (Supervisor/NVQ Level 3) and First Aid are required, and knowledge of temporary works and live services will be highly beneficial. Strong organisational and leadership skills are key to success in this role. How To Apply If you re interested in this General Foreman contract and want to get involved in this high-profile Highways project, get in touch today. (url removed) (phone number removed) Alternatively, click Apply below. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Job Title: General Foreman / Foreperson Location: Harlow Job Description An excellent contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Foreman / Foreperson to join a major UK water framework, supporting the delivery of essential wastewater infrastructure upgrades. This role will be responsible for overseeing daily site operations, managing supervisors, subcontractors and site teams, and ensuring packages of work are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme, quality and HSEQ requirements. You will work closely with the Site Agent and wider project team to coordinate site activities, maintain progress against the programme, and help drive a positive and productive site culture. Responsibilities You will be responsible for supervising and delivering sections of work safely, on time, and to the required standards. Duties will include: Managing site operations, coordinating supervisors, subcontractors, labour, plant, and materials. Supporting the Site Agent with daily delivery, progress reporting, and programme updates. Working to 4-week lookahead schedules and the main construction programme. Maintaining accurate site records including diaries, allocations, inspections, and online check sheets (LOLER, PUWER, Temporary Works etc.). Supervising key civil engineering activities including: Working around live buried services, Temporary works operations, Excavations, Reinforced concrete works, Shallow and deep drainage Working closely with the Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) to ensure temporary works requirements are identified, planned, and implemented. Carrying out site inspections, leading toolbox talks, and reinforcing strong HSEQ and wellbeing standards. Managing and motivating site teams to maintain a positive working environment with all stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with company procedures, permits, quality standards, and safety requirements. Requirements Previous experience working for Tier 1 contractors is essential. Strong background delivering civil engineering, water, utilities, or heavy civils projects. Experience managing teams of supervisors, subcontractors, and site operatives. Knowledge of live services, excavations, drainage, and reinforced concrete works. IT literate with experience completing site documentation and digital reporting systems. Ability to read and work from programmes, drawings, and construction information. Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence required. Qualifications CSCS card applicable to role. SMSTS. First Aid at Work. Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) experience preferred. How To Apply If you re an experienced General Foreman / Foreperson looking for your next contract opportunity and want to play a key role delivering major UK water infrastructure works, get in touch today. (url removed) (phone number removed) Alternatively, click Apply below. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

General Foreman / Foreperson Guildford Inside IR35 Contract We are currently looking to speak with experienced General Foremen / Forepersons for a contract opportunity supporting major infrastructure projects in the Guildford area. This role will involve supervising day-to-day site activities, coordinating labour, plant, and subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. Working closely with Site Managers and Engineers, you will play a key role in maintaining productivity and driving high standards across site operations. Previous experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors is highly desirable. For more information or a confidential discussion, please apply with your updated CV. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation