Contract
General Foreman
Durateam Global
Exeter
Posted: 08 June 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 08 July 2026
Ref: 225219905
We are seeking an experienced-General Foreman-with a strong background in the-utilities and water sector-to support the delivery of major infrastructure projects and supervise site operations.
The role will involve overseeing works across a range of-clean water and wastewater schemes, including:
- Rising mains
- New water main reinforcements and replacements
- Shaft construction works
- Storm storage schemes
- Minor Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme.
- Lead and coordinate site operatives, subcontractors, plant, and resources.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Support the Site Manager and project team in delivering project objectives.
- Monitor productivity, workmanship, and progress on site.
- Conduct briefings, toolbox talks, and site inspections.
- Assist with planning works, resource allocation, and resolving site issues.
- Maintain accurate site records and reports.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a-General Foreman-within the-utilities/water industry.
- Experience delivering-major clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrable experience with-rising mains, water main reinforcements and replacements, shaft works, storm storage schemes, and minor M&E installations.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering and water industry construction practices.
- Experience supervising direct labour and subcontractors.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications
- SSSTS or SMSTS.
- CSCS Card.
- First Aid at Work.
- NRSWA Supervisor.
- Temporary Works Supervisor.
- Relevant civil engineering qualifications.
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