Civil engineering foreman

Company Description Elliot’s Construction Ltd is a Liverpool-based construction and civil engineering contractor delivering projects across the United Kingdom. The company works on a wide range of construction and infrastructure projects, providing services to public and private sector clients. Team members are involved in diverse, nationwide sites, offering exposure to different project scales and technical requirements. Elliot’s Construction Ltd promotes safe working practices, quality workmanship, and reliable project delivery. The organization values professionalism, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.

Role Description The Civil Engineering Foreman is a full-time, on-site role based in the London Area, United Kingdom. This role oversees daily site operations, coordinates civil engineering works, and ensures tasks are completed safely, on schedule, and to specification. The foreman will manage and direct site crews, allocate labor and resources, and monitor progress against project plans. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting drawings, liaising with site managers, engineers, and subcontractors, and maintaining clear communication with the project team. The foreman will implement health and safety procedures, conduct site inspections, report issues, and support quality control for all civil works.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering or construction site supervision, preferably as a foreman on infrastructure or groundworks projects.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering construction methods, materials, and site practices, including earthworks, drainage, foundations, and structural works.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, coordinate trades, and organize daily site activities to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
• Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations, with a track record of promoting safe working practices on-site.
• Competence in reading technical drawings, specifications, and method statements, and communicating requirements clearly to site personnel.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Basic IT skills and familiarity with construction reporting, site record-keeping, and use of mobile or digital tools for documentation.
• Relevant vocational or technical qualifications in construction or civil engineering; an NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• CSCS card or equivalent site safety accreditation; additional site management or safety training (e.g., SMSTS, SSSTS) is desirable.
• Ability to work on-site in varying weather conditions, maintain reliability and punctuality, and adapt to changing project needs.