About the role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and driven Site Foreman to join our team on the high-profile Substation Apollo project in Bridgwater. This is a key leadership role on a major infrastructure development that will play a critical part in supporting the region’s power network.
As Site Foreman, you will be responsible for overseeing daily site operations, coordinating trades and subcontractors, and ensuring that all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong build experience who is confident managing structural and civil elements, driving productivity on site, and maintaining strict health and safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have a solid background in construction, particularly in heavy build environments such as substations, infrastructure projects, or large-scale industrial developments. You will be proactive, organised, and capable of motivating your team while maintaining clear communication with site management and project stakeholder
What you'll be doing
As a Site Foreman you will:
Supervise and coordinate day-to-day site activities
Lead site operatives and subcontractors to deliver works efficiently
Ensure works are carried out in line with drawings, specifications, and programme
Maintain high standards of health & safety and quality control
Conduct site briefings and toolbox talks
Liaise with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders
Monitor progress and report on site performance.
Who we're looking for
You will have the following:
Proven experience as a Site Foreman within construction/build projects
Strong background in concrete, groundwork, and structural build elements
Experience working on infrastructure or substation projects (desirable)
Valid CSCS card (Gold or Black preferred)
SMSTS or SSSTS qualification
First Aid at Work (preferred)
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About us
With a strong track record of delivery, our civils teams connect communities through infrastructure projects in the highways, public realm, rail, flood and coastal defence, and industrial sectors across England and Wales.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [email protected]
Job Reference: BBUK17561
