General Foreperson

We are currently seeking a General Foreperson to join our AMP8 Framework Team, working on site at Affinity Water's Iver Water Treatment Works. The project involves construction of a new Rapid Gravity Treatment Plant, alongside associated works to upgrade the existing clean water treatment facility. In this role, you will play a key part in leading site operations, ensuring work is delivered safely, to specification, on programme and to the highest quality standards. Our Environment Division delivers end-to-end ("source to sea") asset solutions across the UK and Scotland, working on both framework and standalone projects. Since AMP3, we have successfully delivered over £2bn of assets for clients including Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Anglian Water, Thames Water, Southern Water, Welsh Water and Scottish Water. As a well-established partner in the water sector, we are entering an exciting period of transformation. We are continuing to innovate, invest in digital delivery and strengthen our long-term capability. This is a great opportunity to be part of that journey. What you'll be doing:

• Promoting and maintaining a safe, healthy and inclusive site environment.
• Supervising and supporting the site team and supply chain on a day-to-day basis.
• Planning, coordinating and monitoring progress of allocated sections of work.
• Managing labour, plant and materials to meet programme and cost targets.
• Leading daily site activities and ensuring effective communication across teams.
• Ensuring all works (temporary and permanent) are delivered in line with design and quality requirements.
• Identifying and reporting any changes to scope, programme, design or commercial impacts.
• Raising and supporting the resolution of technical challenges as they arise.
• Carrying out regular health and safety inspections and promoting best practice.
• Ensuring RAMS, permits to work, site inductions and safety briefings are correctly implemented.
• Maintaining accurate site records, including detailed daily diaries.
• Monitoring capability and workload of operatives and contractors, escalating concerns where needed.
• Supporting the introduction of new processes, techniques and innovations on site.
• Providing regular progress updates to the Site Manager., With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.
We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

You will be someone who takes pride in leading by example and creating a positive site culture, while delivering complex work safely and efficiently. You will bring:
• A strong commitment to health, safety and wellbeing.
• Experience working in heavy civils and/or water industry environments.
• The ability to manage multiple work packages and interface with different disciplines.
• Confidence reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, programmes and technical information.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Proven experience leading teams within a construction site environment.
• Excellent communication skills and experience liaising with clients and stakeholders.
• A proactive, collaborative approach aligned with our values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Collaboration.
Qualifications and certifications (or working towards):
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• EUSR National Water Hygiene
• EUSR Modules 1 & 2
• Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS)
• First Aid at Work
• Fire Marshal
• A relevant qualification in construction, engineering or a related discipline.
  
  Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.
We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role