General Foreman

We're looking for a General Foreperson to join our United Utilities Framework based across the North West of England.

Location:

Blackburn, Manchester and Cumbria (Multiple locations available) Hours: 45 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee day-to-day construction operations on water and wastewater treatment works projects. You'll play a vital role in ensuring all work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest standards, whilst managing teams, subcontractors, and resources on-site.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and support your team's success, we'd love to hear from you. What will you be responsible for? As a General Foreperson, you'll be working within the construction operations team, supporting them in delivering high-quality water and wastewater treatment works. Your day-to-day will include: Supervising and coordinating daily activities of supervisors, work teams, and subcontractors Interpreting project plans, drawings, and specifications to delegate work assignments effectively Enforcing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and company policies Monitoring work quality, conducting regular inspections, and addressing any issues promptly Providing guidance and mentorship to operatives, fostering a productive and positive work environment What are we looking for?

This role of General Foreperson is great for you if:

You have

• experience in construction, ideally in a supervisory or foreperson role You possess strong communication and collaboration skills for liaising with teams, contractors, and stakeholders You can read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, and specifications You have an understanding of safety regulations and best practices in construction You hold a full driving licence and can travel to various sites as required We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome!
• So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.
• If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities, you can see more information about our water business here .
• There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us!
• Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs.
• You can see more information on benefits here .
• Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us.
• We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more.
• Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies.
• You can see our D&I action plan here .
• As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
• We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.