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
