Foreman / Supervisor - Groundworks

Posted 06 January 2026
Salary £24 - £27/hour
Start Date ASAP
LocationCrawley
Job type Contract
Job DurationOn-going
Discipline Groundworks
ReferenceGWF/S Finishing

Job description

Groundworks Supervisor / Foreman – Finishing Works

Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: Ongoing with follow-on projects across Sussex & the South East

We are currently seeking an experienced Groundworks Supervisor / Foreman to manage finishing works on a residential groundworks project based in Crawley.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable supervisor looking for long-term continuity of work, with future projects already secured across Sussex and the South East.

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Supervising and managing all finishing works on a residential groundworks site

  • Overseeing daily site operations and coordinating labour

  • Ensuring works are completed to programme and specification

  • Maintaining high standards of health & safety and site quality

  • Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and groundworks teams

  • Completing daily records, progress updates, and snagging works

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Groundworks Supervisor / Foreman

  • Strong knowledge of residential finishing works, including:

    • Paving, kerbs, edgings

    • Drainage finishes and chambers

    • Final levels, topsoiling, and external works

  • Ability to manage labour and maintain productivity

  • SMSTS or SSSTS preferred

  • First Aid (beneficial)

  • Valid CSCS card

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

Desirable:

  • Ability to bring x2 experienced groundworks operatives, forming a 3-man gang

  • Own basic hand tools

  • Previous experience working on volume residential developments

What’s On Offer:

  • Immediate start

  • Competitive rates (DOE)

  • Long-term work with follow-on projects

  • Work across Sussex and the South East

  • Opportunity to build a consistent team within a growing workload

To apply:
Please submit your CV or contact us directly with your experience, availability, and details of any operatives you can supply.