General Foreman
Clyde
Roles and Responsibilities
Coordinate the day to day operations of the site
Ensure adherence to relevant policies and procedures
Control and monitor all activities on site
Support the achievement of perfect delivery
Ensure the daily programming of all site works is performed in accordance with the company construction program
In conjunction with the project manager, site engineer and construction manager plan and review overall status of project(s) on an ongoing basis
Ensure all site resource (labour, machinery, materials, sub-contractors etc) are effectively utilised and monitored in order to achieve timely completion of projects
Deliver tool box talks and daily task briefings
Upon completion of task, ensure all appropriate hired in plant and equipment is promptly off hired
Ensure the project manager is promptly provided with any relevant documentation received from either the customer or authorities
Identify and record any possible variations to the contract, ensuring the project
manager / construction manager is promptly notified
Ensure that all statutory requirements are adhered to on site at all times
Ensure site diary is completed at the completion of each day, accurately recoding the day’s events
Make a deliberate effort to gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the
Company’s SHEQ policies and procedures, ensuring all site personnel adhere to them at all times.
Ensure the appropriate safety equipment is worn by site personnel at all times
Ensure that all requests to perform unsafe work practices that may result in damage to machinery, people or property are declined
Control and monitor waste management, noise pollution, dust and other environmental issues
Make a deliberate effort to gain a full understanding and working knowledge of Morgan Sindall’s quality systems, ensuring all site personnel adhere to them at all times
Prior to the commencement of site works, gain an understanding of the relevant project specifications and drawings
On an ongoing basis, monitor all works against specifications to ensure the continuing quality and accuracy of work performed
Notify the projects manager / construction Manager of any defects, mistakes, errors, contamination or variations identified
Ensure all the applicable quality checklists are properly completed
Make self-available as coach/mentor in assisting direct reports to develop in their positions
Ensure that relevant information is communicated to direct reports/sub-contractors enabling them to effectively carry out their functions.
Delegate tasks to direct reports in line with skill, knowledge and ability and where necessary identify skill gaps and training requirements
On an ongoing basis, monitor the progress of subcontractors in order to determine suitability for future work
As required/requested, be prepared to carry out other duties and responsibilities
As required, become involved in “on the job training” of others
Participate in any other relevant/appropriate training programs as requested by the company
Skills attributes and qualifications
NVQ 3 or 4 preferred
CSCS card
First Aid
CITB 5 day (preferable)
Knowledge of traditional construction activities is essential
Solid Civil Project Delivery Experience