Job Description

The Foreman is responsible for supervising a section of the construction site under the direction of a General Site Supervisor or Site Manager.

Assist the site team in managing onsite trade professionals and support all site employees in implementing Sisk policies.

At John Sisk & Son, 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain awareness of daily activities required to achieve programme targets

• Monitor subcontractor risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and COSHH assessments, ensuring work is carried out in line with them

• Communicate COSHH considerations to other trades where relevant

• Monitor safety and quality on site, stopping unsafe operations and raising concerns with subcontractor site managers and Section or Assistant Foremen

• Review project logistics and programme to understand the site management process

• Review project specifications to gain knowledge of site requirements

• Participate in daily coordination and whiteboard meetings

• Attend weekly subcontractor progress meetings

• Assist with coordination of site logistics

• Support the distribution of materials across work fronts, making subcontractors aware of hazards such as shallow drains, overhead cables and suspended slab restrictions

• Notify the Foreman or Site Agent of plant and material requirements in line with the programme

• Identify when plant or equipment is no longer required and arrange off hire

• Shadow Section or Assistant Foremen in inspecting subcontractor work quality

• Raise site concerns with Section or Assistant Foremen

• Assist with waste removal and ensure correct use of waste skips

• Check that site hoarding is maintained, access and egress routes are clear, and segregation between plant and operatives is in place

Experience

• Proven experience supervising construction teams on medium scale projects

• Leadership skills with the ability to manage a small team effectively

• Knowledge of construction methods, trades and codes of practice relevant to the section

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with site teams and subcontractors

• Ability to make decisions under pressure to maintain programme and quality standards

• Organisational skills to plan, monitor and prioritise section activities

• Understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Trade or technical background with site supervision experience

• IOSH or equivalent health and safety training

• Temporary works and excavation safety training

• Working at heights and scaffolding training

• Lifting and cranage operations training

• Other HSEQS training as required by site HSE plan

• Awareness of BIM strategy and construction technology

Desirable

• Completion of Sisk internal management programme

• Project management qualification or course
• Relevant diploma or degree in construction or engineering

Additional Information

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension and benefits
• 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