General Foreman
Location: Buckinghamshire HS2
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Package
Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- Company Vehicle
- Lodging Allowance
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Insurance
About the Role
Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Foreman to join the major infrastructure project of HS2 . This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest civil engineering and earthworks schemes, leading the safe and efficient delivery of large-scale earthmoving operations.
As Foreman, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. You will provide hands-on leadership to site teams, coordinate plant and resources, and work closely with engineering and management staff to achieve project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead site teams to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company procedures.
- Conduct regular site inspections and promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture.
- Coordinate daily activities with Supervisors, Engineers, and Project Management teams.
- Drive productivity across earthworks operations while maintaining quality standards.
- Plan and deliver works in line with project programmes and operational requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), hold points, and quality procedures.
- Manage site resources, materials, and plant requirements.
- Monitor plant inspections and ensure defects are reported and rectified promptly.
- Complete and maintain accurate daily records and allocation sheets.
- Liaise professionally with client representatives and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with permits, site procedures, SOPs, and project-specific requirements.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Foreman within civil engineering, infrastructure, or large-scale earthworks projects.
- Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Experience managing multiple work fronts and coordinating site teams.
- Good understanding of bulk earthworks operations and production requirements.
- Knowledge of the Specification for Highway Works and quality control processes.
- Experience using GPS machine guidance systems.
- Ability to interpret and deliver works against short and medium-term programmes.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- Confident working with clients, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Ability to drive performance, productivity, and quality across site operations.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a major infrastructure project with long-term prospects, excellent benefits, and the chance to play a key role in delivering nationally significant works. You'll be part of a collaborative team environment where safety, quality, and professional development are at the forefront.
For more information or to apply, contact Carmichael UK today.