General Foreman

About The Role

EKFB is a joint venture comprising Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction, and BAM Nuttall, bringing together leading expertise in railway network design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance. EKFB is looking for a General Foreman to join their team in Southam.

The General Foreman will be responsible for ensuring the safe, budget-compliant, and non-conformance-free delivery of their assigned section. This includes scheduling, coordinating, and supervising works, as well as managing and mentoring a team of supervisors who will oversee all site operatives.

You will lead by example, managing a team of Foremen and Supervisors, providing mentorship, experience sharing, and direction. The role requires the implementation of EKFB policies, procedures, and relevant legal regulations, with a strong focus on SHEQ legislation. Site inspections will also be a key part of the responsibilities.

Ensuring all works adhere to approved method statements is crucial. This involves conducting inductions, effective toolbox talks, daily task briefings, and point-of-work assessments for Site Operatives. You will also ensure that all site personnel have the required job-relevant training, with this information regularly recorded and monitored.

Additionally, the General Foreman will be responsible for ordering and managing hired/internal equipment daily, coordinating material deliveries and pickups as needed. Proactively driving the progress of works, challenging methods to maximize efficiency and minimize costs, is essential. You will schedule, coordinate, and supervise the daily activities of Site Operatives, ensuring the production of daily work records using tools such as site diaries, allocation sheets, and requisitions.

About You

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Extensive experience working on site and on large multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects with a proven track record in delivering such schemes.
• Proven supervisory experience of labour, plant, materials, and sub-contractors.
• Good understanding of concrete civils and drainage.
• Excellent communication, organisational, planning, time, and team management skills.
• CSCS supervisor card.
• SMSTS qualification.
• A driving license and access to your own vehicle are required.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market-leading expertise from Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Agroman, and BAM Nuttall. All partners possess specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including participation in one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.

EKFB has been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link. The scope includes numerous viaducts, tunnels, road diversions, and significant excavation. EKFB is dedicated to improving lives and communities, fostering sustained employment, and acting as a responsible neighbour by protecting the environment.

We encourage applications from candidates who wish to join our collaborative and forward-thinking culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

EKFB has a strong track record in delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail and the Millau Viaduct. We are committed to inclusiveness and equality of opportunity, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can feel comfortable being themselves. Please contact us if you require any support with your application.

Please note that your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.