Senior General Foreman
Matchtech · Greater Manchester, England
Senior General Foreman at Matchtech, based in Greater Manchester, England, paying £50,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £50,000 per annum
- Location
- Greater Manchester, England
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 7 hours ago
- Closes
- 30 Dec 2026
- Sector
- Site Manager
About 6% above the going rate for site manager
Reference 611048
About the role
Our client, a leading organisation in the water sector, is seeking a Senior General Foreman to join its permanent, site-based Construction team on a project within the UU region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Construction Manager and Site Manager in coordinating and controlling site activities
- Assisting with the initial site set-up and implementing appropriate frameworks, systems and procedures
- Coordinating and supervising a section of work on major projects or controlling all site activities on smaller projects
- Applying and enforcing methods and controls to ensure the effective and continuous use of site resources
- Supporting the assessment of security risks and implementing suitable security measures for property and equipment
- Maintaining and enforcing statutory health, safety and environmental standards in accordance with company policies
- Ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved method statements and risk assessments
- Monitoring compliance with HSQE policies, procedures, programme requirements and budget controls
Job Requirements:
- Experience in a senior general foreman, general foreman or site supervision role within civil engineering
- Experience within the water industry
- ONC or HNC in a construction-related discipline
- SMSTS or SSSTS certification
- Valid First Aid qualification
- Confined space training is desirable
- Strong understanding of construction site management, health and safety and environmental requirements
- Ability to interpret and work in accordance with method statements, risk assessments and project programmes
If you are an experienced Senior General Foreman with a background in civil engineering and water projects, apply now to take the next step in your career with our client.
Reference: 611048 · Posted 7 hours ago · Closes 30 Dec 2026 · Listed via Matchtech
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