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Senior General Foreperson

On-site in Oxted·Added 23 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Costain

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Oxted
Experience
Senior level

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Understanding of construction techniques and best practice
  • Knowledge of the construction contract and forms of contract through formal training.
  • Computer competence (Email, Word, Excel, Document control system.
  • Successful experience at General Foreperson level.
  • Recognised Civil Engineering and water experience
  • Understanding of Engineering Principles
  • Extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices
  • Training in Health & Safety and Environmental management (IOSH for example)
  • Experience of managing large sites
  • Deep pipeline experience
  • Experience of installing large diameter pipes in restricted working areas
  • CSCS Gold Card
  • Site Management Safety Training Scheme SMSTS.
  • NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Supervision

Nice to have

  • NVQ 6 Black Card
  • Confined space Cat and genny
  • Temp works supervisor
  • HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (Desirable)
  • Traffic Management Lantra 12a/b qualification (Desirable)
  • Traffic safety control Officer (TSCO) (Desirable)
  • Vocational Training (successful experience of project supervision) (Desirable)

The role

We are looking for a Senior General Foreperson to join our team on CMDP.

What you'll do

  • Ensure the coordination of works between all parts of the operational project team.
  • Build and develop the team to deliver all aspects of the project requirements; identify training, review performance, and ensure delivery of briefings.
  • Provide, monitor, and control labour plant and materials to meet the programme.
  • Manage supply chain and the direct workforce.
  • Ensure high standard of quality on the works to meet the specification 'first time' and minimise rework.
  • Assist engineering team with working method and outputs for production of method statements and programme.
  • Ensure accurate, legible, and up-to-date allocation sheets are recorded and provided at shift close with delivery tickets and plant returns to the engineering and commercial teams.
  • Ensure all records for example inspections, works permits and briefings are up to date and in place.
  • Carry out regular safety and environmental inspections and implement recommended courses of action as identified from progress monitoring and management inspections.
  • Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes / variations, supply chain attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer / project team.
  • Input into program and budget setting and monitor against progress.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

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About Costain

Industry
Construction & Engineering
Founded
1865
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
London, UK
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