Working Site Foreman

About Us

Due to continuing expansion, Summerhill Construction are seeking motivated and experienced Working Site Foremen to join our team. The successful candidates will work across various projects.

Summerhill Construction is a diverse and experienced family-run contractor based in Donoughmore Co. Cork. In operation for over 50 years, we have successfully completed projects of varying scale and complexity throughout Cork and Nationwide, providing construction solutions across all sectors and supplying clients with the highest quality of service. Our philosophy is to deliver high-quality, efficient, cost-effective projects through professional, well-managed processes.

Summerhill invests in people and training and ensures that the highest standards of quality, health, and safety are adhered to. We consistently strive to be a progressive, open employer focusing on development and growth.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all general work activities onsite, ensuring compliance with regulations and project specifications, and working closely with site personnel to deliver projects to the highest possible standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to develop their career within the construction industry in an exciting, growing firm.

Responsibilities

These include but are not limited to:

1. Scheduling, coordinating, and supervising projects, ensuring that all work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while ensuring all company and legal regulations are implemented, and that all required documentation is completed as necessary.
2. Health and Safety ensuring all of the requirements are adhered to and that safety protocols on site are of the highest possible standard.
3. Ensure site security and log-in and out of ALL personnel.
4. Managing equipment and materials.
5. Liaise with QS and Purchasing to requisition material/plant/labour required to the correct specification ensuring timely delivery to site.
6. Provide updates to Project Manager/Contracts Manager/Construction Director.
7. Ensure daily records are kept and uploaded to relevant project management software.
8. Advise alternative options where possible, suggesting appropriate changes that will increase the overall efficiency of the building process without compromising Safety or Quality.
9. Carry out and record site inspections, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved method statements.
10. Conduct and amend risk assessments and deliver toolbox talks/briefings.

Key Skills & Experience

A successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

1. Valid Safe Pass.
2. Experience with managing teams and large volumes of subcontractors.
3. Excellent people skills with proven leadership qualities and the ability to motivate others.
4. Ability to work to deadlines.
5. Enthusiastic, committed self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
6. QEHS Management Skills.
7. First Aid Trained.
8. Knowledge of Current Technical Building Regulations.
9. Knowledge of Current Construction Methods.
10. IT Literate.
11. Site Organisation Skills.

Company Benefits

1. Full-time/permanent employment.
2. Company pension.
3. Employee Assistance Programme.
4. Professional development & training opportunities.
5. Great working conditions with a progressive company.

This job description is intended to cover the minimum duties and responsibilities required for this role. This is subject to review and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned from time to time in line with operational needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation. Immediate start available and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Summerhill Construction is an equal opportunities employer and recognises its responsibility to provide fair treatment and equality of opportunity to both employees and prospective employees, in access to employment, conditions of employment, training and development, and in other employment decisions without discrimination.

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