John Sisk & Son Ltd

General Foreman

John Sisk & Son Ltd  •  Portlaoise, IE (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

At Sisk, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

The General Foreman is responsible to the Contracts Manager and works closely with the Quantity Surveyor. They are responsible for the management of the onsite programme in respect of delivery, workmanship and safety. The General Foreman ensures that adequate and proper labour, plant, materials and subcontractor's resources are available to meet the requirements of the contract and in line with company policies. Contract: 3 months' FTC (summer projects) 

Responsibilities

  • Establish and monitor key stage programmes.
  • Set up the site and maintain site security (Maintain site hutting, hoardings and signboards to present a tidy and professional appearance).
  • Take possession of the site, plan and coordinate trades activities.
  • Apply for temporary service connections.
  • Interpret drawings and specification and communicate directions to site personnel, Subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Ensure that adequate method statements and risk assessments (RAs) are completed for high-risk activities.
  • Request outstanding information from the professional team and confirm all verbal instructions.
  • Assist with ensuring all necessary approvals are in place to allow project to progress without risk (E.g. Hording Licence).
  • Review buildability and identify methods of construction with commercial or programme advantage where possible.
  • With the Environmental Co-ordinator implement the environmental controls and work towards the objectives set out in the HSE plan.
  • Attend site meetings, subcontract and internal meetings - maintain and circulate notes and action points.

Experience

  • Good written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with colleagues, clients and third parties, in a warm and persuasive way both formally and informally and able to alter style and method to suit audience
  • A proven track record of least ten years within a construction management environment with a similar National/Regional Contractor
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Organised with good time management and capable of proactive planning 

Qualifications

  • First Aid at work certificate.
  • IOSH or equivalent H&S management training
  • Temporary Works & Excavation Safety
  • Permitting requirements for live energy works (Must be in conjunction with Site & Safety Management)
  • Working at Heights & Scaffolding
  • Lifting & Cranage operations
  • Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan

Additional Information

  • Unlimited learning and development opportunities
  • Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.

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John Sisk & Son Ltd

About John Sisk & Son Ltd

Founded in Cork and family-owned Sisk is an innovative, international, construction and engineering business with a long-term vision and over 165 years in operation.

Sisk employs approx. 2,500 people and is Ireland's leading provider of construction services with extensive operations across Ireland, the United Kingdom and mainland Europe with the track record, scale and capacity to successfully undertake large, complex multidisciplinary programmes. Sisk is recognised by global clients as a world leader in safe delivery.

Sisk delivers projects and programmes in key sectors such as Data and Technology, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Transportation, Healthcare, Commercial, Residential, Retail, Industrial, Leisure, Education and Energy.

Sisk offers a life-cycle approach to construction from planning and offsite construction, through delivering and fitting out a project safely and sustainably with technology as a key enabler, and then working with clients to help manage and maintain buildings efficiently throughout their lifespan.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Dublin, IE
Year Founded
1859
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