Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Foreman (Transportation Infrastructure – Platforms & Attendance) to oversee and coordinate platform construction and attendance works on a busy Section 278 highways project in Bristol. You will lead site gangs, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of platform build-ups, kerbing, surfacing preparation, and associated civils works in line with programme requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and supervise site operatives, ensuring all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to specification
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Oversee platform construction works including formation build-ups, sub-base, Type 1 installation, kerbing, edging, and surfacing preparation
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Manage attendance works supporting highways and Section 278 activities, ensuring smooth coordination between trades
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Deliver associated infrastructure works including drainage, utilities, and external/public realm interfaces
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Conduct risk assessment briefings, method statement briefings, and toolbox talks daily
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Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly in live traffic and public-facing environments
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Plan and coordinate plant, labour, and materials to maintain programme delivery
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Ensure safe systems of work when excavating around buried services and existing utilities
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Interpret construction programmes and translate them into daily site operations
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Monitor quality of platform works to ensure compliance with specifications, levels, and tolerances
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Supervise subcontractors and ensure performance aligns with programme and quality expectations
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Maintain clear communication with site management, engineers, and stakeholders
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Proactively identify and resolve on-site issues to maintain productivity and programme
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Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 1–3 months
Requirements
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Section 278 Works experience essential
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CITB SMSTS or SSSTS (depending on project requirements)
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CSCS Supervisor Card
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First Aid at Work certification
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Safety Critical Medical (as required by site)
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Proven experience as a Foreman within transportation infrastructure, highways, or civil engineering projects
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Strong understanding of platform construction, highways works, drainage, and external works
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Experience working in live traffic environments and public interfaces
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Reliable, proactive, and able to coordinate multiple gangs and trades
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Right to work in the UK
Desirable
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CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Excavator (Tracked)
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CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Forward Tipping Dumper
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CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Ride-On Roller
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CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Telehandler
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NRSWA (Street Works) qualification
Please note: NPORS cards must be CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram to meet client requirements. Support can be provided to achieve compliance if required.
What We Offer
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Competitive rates with weekly pay
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Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and Section 278 highway projects
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Opportunities for progression into Site Management roles
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Access to further training, certifications, and plant tickets as required
How to Apply
Send your CV and relevant certifications to [email protected] or call 01342 840084, quoting Foreman – Bristol.
