Foreman

Posted 14 January 2026
Salary £250 - £300/day
Start Date 19-01-2026
LocationManchester
Job type Contract
Job DurationOn Going
Discipline Management and Supervisory
ReferenceHD FM - Lancashire

Job description

​My client are leading civil engineering and construction contractor. They are looking to onboard a foreman to help deliver projects across a framework being delivered for a valued client in Lancashire. My client operate across multiple sectors including water, nuclear, transport, infrastructure and aviation. 

Foreman responsibilities: 

  • Carry out Tool Box Talks and Start of Shift Briefings

  • Input to and monitoring of the agreed programme and budget

  • Maintain site records including daily diary, plant and labour returns, ITPs, etc

  • Organise and supervise the works to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and environmental issues are maintained.

  • Review programme on a daily basis and assist the Construction Manager/Site Agents in identifying opportunities.

  • Record resources and monitor outputs against programme.

  • Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes/ variations, specialist attendance, and records of work related discussions with the client's operator.

  • Where self-delivering, control and manage outputs and work procedures ensuring works are maintained to a high standard and on programme.

  • Overall supervisory responsibility for the subcontractors, specialists and direct workforce (through the team of Foremen and Front Line Supervisors).

  • Ensure that good relations are maintained with staff at all times.

Foreman requirements: 

  • Right to work in the UK.

  • NVQ level 3 or equivalent. 

  • CSCS Card - Gold/ Black.

  • SSSTS/ SMSTS.

  • First aid ticket.

  • Full UK driving licence. 

  • Previous experience in a foreman's capacity.

  • IT literate.

  •  Experience and background within the water sector. 

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