Foreperson - Durham, United Kingdom - Farrans Construction

Description

We build, we transform, and we connect. Our culture is one which fuels innovation, transparency, and inclusivity.

Are you ready to work with us to deliver a variety of high-quality engineering and construction solutions, whilst making a positive difference to the communities we operate in?

If so, we are currently looking for a Foreperson to work in our North East England sites.

Project outline

As part of the Living Water Enterprise Farrans currently have project sites in the North East. These are all part of AMP8 which will see awards of work covering over 12 years, works for Farrans have already commenced.

The North East which sees the improvement of the underground network of water pipes, constructing a new 34km Steel welded, 800mm diameter pipeline, crossing underneath the River Tees and Alwent Beck to a depth of 50 metres. Around 200,000 customers will benefit from this work.

The first project you would be undertaking would be at Scripton Bridge Near Brandon, County Durham - Flow control, Construction of flow control valve and flow meter on existing 33" live water main. Works include 2 x under pressure connections and 4-line stops. Construction of 600mm bypass main and construction of reinforced concrete valve / flowmeter chamber.

As a site Foreperson you will be completing the daily inspection of the quality of the work completed onsite. Working alongside the Senior Management & Site Agent to initiate continuous improvements to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget. This will ensure the customers' expectations are met, whilst aligning activities within industry standards.

As a Foreperson you will be responsible for:

What we can offer you

Joining one the of leading construction and civil engineering contractors you will be provided with the opportunity to deliver on projects that play an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK and Ireland.

Our employees are at the core of everything we do, with this in mind we have our own in-house Learning & Development division who can offer you bespoke career toolkits & pathways.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we can also offer a wide range of benefits, some of the key ones being:

Due to locations of some of your projects, it may mean that you are required to live away from home. We are here to make this as seamless as possible, therefore we cover all accommodation costs, provide you with a daily allowance and cover travels costs (as set out in our living away from home policy)

Your required Skills and Experience

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe there is power in being different. Every day, our people express their unique voices and draw from their rich experiences to bring fresh ideas to our company. There is no question that an inclusive and diverse workforce drives innovation, and it also makes us stronger as a team. Therefore, we are committed to fostering inclusion and diversity in the workplace; one that welcomes people from all backgrounds. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

About Farrans

Farrans Construction is a leading building and civil engineering contractor with over 80 years' experience of delivering world- class projects across the UK and Ireland. The company, which employs more than 550 people, has offices in Belfast, London, Cambridge and Edinburgh, with further site offices connecting its regional network.

Farrans is a sister company of Tarmac, and part of CRH plc, the world' s leading building material s business. With over 45 live sites across the UK and Ireland, Farrans can offer you a varied career which gives you the opportunity to gain experience across a range of projects of all sizes, locations and sectors. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.

We build, we transform, and we connect. Our people are at the core of everything we do. Our culture is one which fuels innovation, transparency, and inclusivity.

Working Hours are as follows;

Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 17:30 Friday - 07:30 - 16:30.

Saturdays rota every 1 in 5 –