Foreman - Bristol, United Kingdom - Balfour Beatty

Balfour Beatty
Balfour Beatty
Verified Company
Bristol, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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About the role
To provide supervision of the works and control of a team comprising Gangers and direct labour force. Supervision and control of the works of Subcontractors.


What you'll be doing
Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
Support the delivery of CSUK's Sustainability activities
Input into the production of Work Package Plans and Risk Assessments
Provide suggestions and recommendations for Temporary Works solutions
Identify potential hazards and proactively implement actions and controls
Ensure all plant and small tools are adequately maintained before use
Input into the production and delivery of Task Briefing Sheets and toolbox talks.
Through observation and liaison with the workforce and subcontractors suggests improvement areas
Ensures plant is adequate for the task prior to being used
Monitors the performance of plant operators
Carries out Safety & Environment Tours
Keeps up to date with changes in legislation
Be familiar with, and demonstrate commitment to the requirements of the Health & Safety and Environmental Policies
Ensures that the Environmental Policy and appropriate parts of Environmental Procedures are effectively communicated to the workforce, particularly to those engaged on activities that have been identified as likely to have a significant environmental impact
Seeks to improve levels of safety at every opportunity
Identify future requirements for setting out and communicate to Engineering team
Identify future requirements for permit to break ground and permits to lift Engineering team
Ensures that the workforce / Gangers have sufficient and correct information in terms of specification, workmanship and finish
Ensures that all Non Conformances are reported as required
Ensures that a culture of Right First Time is adopted in the Supply Chain
Carry out Quality Tool Box Talks
Complete QA using BIM field 360 and Using Openspace
Input into weekly programme and monitor progress against KPI's
Communication of weekly programme and targets to the workforce
Understands key milestones provided in Stage Programme
Input into the daily Short interval control meetings with the site supervisors
Validation of labour and plant records to the project cost control procedure
Weekly review of small tools and plant list Awareness of project scope and highlights items of additional work.


Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:
Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately
Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes
Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility
Holds a current driving licence and CSCS Card and SMSTS
Must be a good team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Understands the basic Company Protocols with regard to Accidents and Incidents investigations
Uncompromising approach to the implementation of safe systems of work
Where possible, adopts an innovative approach to enhancing safe systems of work
Experienced in the delivery of engaging toolbox talks
Experienced in resource allocation
Awareness of Specification and other Contract documents
Understands the relevant Business Management System and implements systems and processes
(e.g. ordering plant, recruiting labour, disciplinary procedures)
Understanding of construction tolerances
Understands and implements the requirements of Inspection and Test Plans
Encourages ownership within the team and fosters a culture of Right First Time
Experience of managing the works of direct labour and subcontractors
Experience of monitoring key programme dates, e.g. TM switches, concrete pour dates etc.
Understands the specific terms, conditions and outputs of relevant subcontractors and suppliers
Experience of monitoring project scope and preventing creep
Produces and monitors the daily records, including holding reviews with team members to ensure
proper record standards are maintained
Understands material wastage allowances and able to suggest improvements to save materials.


The following qualities/experience are desirable:
Experienced in the delivery of high-profile projects involving earthworks, deep drainage and reinforced concrete construction, to ensure that customer expectations are exceeded and enhanced experience for all involved in the scheme
Solution orientated individual, with ability to analyse risks and benefits of options to resolve identified issues. Proven experience of working to tight deadlines with an ability to prioritise and multi-task

Capable of taking ownership of the works or a section of the works from start to finish, including the handover of the works.


Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects and contracts in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, so
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