General Foreperson
hace 19 días
Oxford
General Foreman – Airfield & Landside Infrastructure (Permanent) Location: Oxford – RAF Base Contract Type: Permanent Initial Project Value: £10m Duration: 16 weeks initial, with ongoing follow-on work Why You’ll Love This Role • Permanent, secure position on a high-profile defence project with a Tier 1 contractor., • Real ownership of a £10m package, including surfacing, earthworks, ducting, and aviation ground lighting (AGL)., • Challenging, varied environment – work across fields, rivers, and technically complex terrain., • Career progression – follow-on work on the RAF base ensures continued opportunities., • Lead and manage your team – take responsibility for subcontractors and your own crew while delivering a critical package. The Role We are looking for an experienced General Foreman to deliver a landside approach package for an RAF base near Oxford. You will be responsible for self-delivery of surfacing, earthworks, ducting, and AGL, navigating environmental challenges and ensuring high-quality project delivery. This is a hands-on role requiring independence, leadership, and strong technical knowledge. You will set up the site, manage subcontractors, and take full ownership of the package from start to finish. Key Responsibilities • Lead and deliver the landside approach package, ensuring schedule and budget compliance., • Set up the site, including temporary works, access, and logistics., • Manage subcontractors and on-site teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency., • Oversee surfacing, earthworks, ducting, and AGL installation., • Navigate environmental challenges, including working across fields and rivers., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations., • Support handover and follow-on works on the RAF base. Requirements • Proven experience as a General Foreman or similar leadership role in civil or aviation infrastructure projects., • Strong experience with aviation ground lighting (AGL)., • Able to self-mobilise and lead a package independently., • Experience managing subcontractors and multi-discipline teams., • Comfortable working in challenging or remote locations., • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental compliance., • Experience with Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 contractors is desirable.