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Contract

Freelance General Foreman

Elvet Recruitment
Leeds
money-bag £310 - £330/day (paid CIS)
Posted: 04 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 04 October 2026
Ref: 225569759

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for a Freelance General Foreman-on behalf of a reputable civil engineering contractor to work on an upcoming water infrastructure project near Leeds.

The initial multi-million - scheme will encompass a wide heavy civils package - including deep drainage, earthworks,-re-enforced concrete works, pumping stations, pipework, road construction and groundworks. A key project for Yorkshire Water as part of their AMP8 framework.

Duration:-General Foreman-needed for at least 12 months. Further work across West & South Yorkshire so potential for ongoing extension.

Duties:

  • Assist-Site Agent in project delivery to target
  • Daily briefings with workforce
  • Deliver HSE toolbox talks
  • H&S audits and briefings on site
  • Direct-multiple gangs in daily site activity
  • Briefing and amending RAMS
  • Plant checks & permits
  • Involvement with progress meetings

Experience required:

  • Must have proven experience as Site Supervisor or General Foreman-in heavy civil engineering
  • Must be fully confident with putting direct labour to work
  • Must have experience with: toolbox talks, briefings, H&S checks, plant checks etc.
  • Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree)
  • Must hold: CSCS card, SSSTS and full UK driving license

Pay:

A rate of up to -330-per day (doe).

Can be paid CIS.

This is a temporary-position and Elvet-Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for temporary recruitment on behalf of our client.

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For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

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