General Foreman
| Posting date: | 19 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | PE19 6YH |
| Company: | Kier Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 10147 |
Summary
We're looking for a General Foreman to join our East West Rail (EWR) team based in Cambridge. Join us and play a vital role in overseeing archaeological trenching and soil surveys along the proposed railway route between Oxford and Cambridge.
Location: St Neots, Cambridge
Hours: Permanent Fulltime 47.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role
What will you be responsible for?As a General Foreman, you'll be working within the EWR Bedford to Cambridge team, supporting them in delivering high-quality archaeological and soil survey work. You'll also be managing day-to-day operations while ensuring safety, quality and efficiency across multiple survey teams.
Your day to day will include:
-Ensuring soil surveys are carried out to support and inform the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
-Leading and coordinating site teams, ensuring everyone works safely and follows proper procedures
-Managing resources effectively planning labour, equipment and materials to meet project milestones
-Maintaining detailed records and producing daily shift reports for all land parcels
-Coordinate deliveries and site logistics
What are we looking for?This role of General Foreman is ideal if you:
-Hold an NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Construction Supervision or equivalent experience
-Have a Gold (Supervisory) or Black (Managerial) CSCS card
-Are SSSTS qualified at minimum (SMSTS preferred)
-Have proven experience in civil engineering projects including earthworks, drainage, concrete, or structures, with the ability to supervise operatives and subcontractors, read drawings and RAMS, and deliver works safely
-First Aid training and a strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements
Rewards and benefitsWe're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.
Diversity and inclusionMaking Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier
#LI-JB2
Location: St Neots, Cambridge
Hours: Permanent Fulltime 47.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role
What will you be responsible for?As a General Foreman, you'll be working within the EWR Bedford to Cambridge team, supporting them in delivering high-quality archaeological and soil survey work. You'll also be managing day-to-day operations while ensuring safety, quality and efficiency across multiple survey teams.
Your day to day will include:
-Ensuring soil surveys are carried out to support and inform the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
-Leading and coordinating site teams, ensuring everyone works safely and follows proper procedures
-Managing resources effectively planning labour, equipment and materials to meet project milestones
-Maintaining detailed records and producing daily shift reports for all land parcels
-Coordinate deliveries and site logistics
What are we looking for?This role of General Foreman is ideal if you:
-Hold an NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Construction Supervision or equivalent experience
-Have a Gold (Supervisory) or Black (Managerial) CSCS card
-Are SSSTS qualified at minimum (SMSTS preferred)
-Have proven experience in civil engineering projects including earthworks, drainage, concrete, or structures, with the ability to supervise operatives and subcontractors, read drawings and RAMS, and deliver works safely
-First Aid training and a strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements
Rewards and benefitsWe're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.
Diversity and inclusionMaking Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier
#LI-JB2
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