General Foreman – Civils
Location: Cairnbaan - Argyll
Contract: Temporary contract until Christmas
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week
Rate: £350 per day, negotiable for the right candidate
Payment: PAYE only – Inside IR35
We are seeking an experienced General Foreman to support a civil engineering project across two sites in the Argyll area. This is a temporary contract providing annual leave cover until Christmas, with an immediate start available.
The successful candidate will spend the first five weeks at Craig Murrail Substation before moving to Crarae Substation for the remainder of the contract.
Previous substation experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Candidates with a strong background in general civil engineering and building works, alongside proven site supervision experience, are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day site operations, supervising direct labour, gangers and subcontractors.
Coordinate site activities to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with the project programme.
Deliver daily briefings and toolbox talks, ensuring the workforce understands work requirements and safe systems of work.
Monitor health, safety and environmental standards, identifying hazards and implementing appropriate control measures.
Ensure labour, plant, tools and equipment are suitable and available for planned activities.
Monitor workmanship and ensure works meet the required specifications and quality standards.
Maintain accurate daily records of labour, plant, progress and site activities.
Allocate resources effectively and communicate daily targets to the workforce.
Liaise with the engineering team regarding upcoming works, setting-out requirements and necessary permits.
Monitor progress against programme milestones and report any issues or delays.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure site procedures are followed at all times.
Requirements:
Previous experience as a General Foreman, Civils Foreman or in a similar site supervisory position.
Strong background in civil engineering or general construction works.
Experience managing direct labour and subcontractors.
Valid CSCS card and SMSTS qualification.
Full, valid driving licence.
Good understanding of health and safety legislation and safe systems of work.
Experience delivering toolbox talks and coordinating site activities.
Ability to manage resources, monitor progress and maintain quality standards.
Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Substation experience is advantageous but not essential. Candidates with solid civil engineering and building experience are the priority.
Contract Details:
Immediate start available.
Two sites within the Argyll area, moving to the second site after five weeks.
Contract running until Christmas.
Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week.
£350 per day, negotiable for the right candidate.
PAYE only – inside IR35. No CIS or limited company payments.
Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application
