General Foreman

General Foreman

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a General Foreman with a leading Main Building Contractor, to work on a commercial project in Laois which is just starting. Our client, well-regarded for its long-term commitments in the region, stands out as an employer of choice. The ideal General Foreman will bring extensive experience in medium to large-scale building projects and be an all-rounder.

Responsibilities:

• Regularly attends and, when necessary, chairs daily coordination/whiteboard meetings and weekly progress meetings with subcontractors.
• Demonstrates an understanding of subcontractors’ RAMS & ITP’s to uphold quality standards, monitoring safety, quality, and progress in compliance with current environmental and construction standards.
• Ensures that the works align with the designer’s drawings, sketches, and relevant specifications.
• Inspects and approves subcontractors’ work when it meets acceptable standards.
• Maintains a daily diary to record progress, workforce numbers, safety issues/near misses, weather conditions, labour, plant and material shortfalls, and any challenges impacting the day’s progress.
• Possesses a clear understanding of project-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through on-the-job training.
• Manages a team of supervisors and operatives.
• Communicates essential information, particularly regarding COSHH considerations, to other trades.
• Supports site management with site inductions.
• Issues site permits, such as excavation permits, hot works permits, roof permits, etc.
• Assists in coordinating site logistics.
• Informs gate personnel and security about deliveries.
• Assists in checking information provided by the design team and subcontractors, contributing to the raising of Request for Information (RFI) when necessary.
• Exhibits a solid understanding of project logistics and the program to completion.
• Possesses a comprehensive working knowledge of the project specification.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a General Foreman on building projects for main building contractors in Ireland or the UK.
• A minimum of 4 years’ supervisory experience on building projects.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commercially aware.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage all trades on-site.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team.

Remuneration:

• Salary approximately €70K-€80K.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Company vehicle.

If you are a General Foreman contemplating a career move, please feel free to submit your CV or contact Declan Hasson for a confidential discussion. GPC ensures that no applicant CVs are sent to clients without a thorough discussion and prior consent. GPC, a specialized construction recruitment consultancy based in Dublin, boasts 28 years of experience in recruiting construction professionals within Ireland and internationally.