Groundworks and Civils Foreman
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £50,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | van + pension + fuel card |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Worthing, West Sussex, BN2 5JK |
| Company: | Professional Personnel Management Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PPM523625_1772121921 |
Summary
Foreman - Groundworks / Civil Engineering
Worthingy/West Sussex and surrounding areas
I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a valued client who is looking to appoint an experienced Site Foreman with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering.
Projects include : groundworks, concreting, 278 works, industrial parks, retail parks, agricultural buildings and civil engineering schemes.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering challenging projects across the West Sussex region, with individual project values up to £5m.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing on-site operations across foundations, drainage, earthworks and external works packages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
You'll be working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating closely with engineers, quantity surveyors and key stakeholders to maintain programme, quality and compliance standards.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar groundworks/civils role
- Proven experience delivering projects up to £3m
- Strong programme management capability
- Background in foundations, drainage, earthworks & external works
- SSSTS or SMSTS and CSCS (or equivalent)
- Up-to-date knowledge of H&S and industry compliance
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong IT skills (Word, Excel)
Key Attributes
- Self-motivated and confident in a fast-paced environment
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and collaborative working ability
- Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively
If you're an experienced groundworks professional ready for your next challenge in the East Sussex area - or you'd like a confidential conversation - please get in touch.
David @ PPM Recruitment on 0121 580 8950