Deanston Cooper's client, a highly successful civil engineering contractor with an exceptionally low turnover of staff, has a current requirement for a General Foreman to work on enabling works, commercial groundworks and concrete substructure projects. Working on projects in the Edinburgh area, your duties as General Foreman will include: Management of operational activities Ensuring that all plant and equipment is suitable for purpose Management of the operational activities of the supply chain Maintaining operational records Putting into action the plans for works Organising sub-contractors for the work Ensuring that all projects are completed on time and budget Ensuring that the necessary resources are available to deliver the required performance Monitoring performance standards Ensuring that all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures are maintained Effectively liaising and managing operational interfaces Organising the logistics of the site Applications are welcome from experienced General Foreman who: Have gained experience working for another Civil Engineering contractor Have worked on a wide variety of civils projects. Ideally have some commercial groundworks experience Have a non-confrontational manner and good knowledge of safety and environmental legislation.