Groundworks Foreman

Job description

Groundworks Foreman – Residential Housing Project

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Project: Residential Housing Development
Position: Groundworks Foreman

We are currently looking for an experienced Groundworks Foreman to join a residential housing development in Watford. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing groundworks operations on site, managing labour and subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate groundworks teams and subcontractors on a busy residential development.

• Oversee foundations, drainage, excavation, concrete works, roads, kerbing, ducting and external works.

• Read and work from construction drawings, specifications and levels.

• Coordinate labour, plant and materials to maintain progress and productivity.

• Liaise with Site Management, engineers and subcontractors to ensure works remain on programme.

• Check levels, line, falls and grade to ensure works are completed correctly.

• Carry out daily briefings and toolbox talks.

• Ensure all works comply with RAMS, health and safety requirements and site procedures.

• Monitor the quality of completed works and resolve any issues promptly.

• Maintain daily records of labour, plant, materials and site progress.

• Ensure the site is kept organised, safe and to a high standard of housekeeping.

• Work closely with the Site Manager to meet project deadlines and construction targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Groundworks Foreman or experienced Groundworker.

• Strong knowledge of residential groundworks and construction.

• Ability to read and understand drawings and levels.

• Good leadership and communication skills.

• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.

• Ability to manage teams and subcontractors effectively.

• Relevant site experience and appropriate construction qualifications/cards.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a reliable, experienced and hands-on Groundworks Foreman who can take responsibility for the day-to-day running of groundworks activities and ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Reference 225693975