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Posted 26 July, 2026

Highways Foreman

Hays
Stafford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Your new companyA leading contractor operating across the UK and internationally, delivering projects across multiple sectors including real estate, defence, education, highways, rail and water.Your new roleWe are recruiting for a Civils Foreman to join a major highways scheme involving roundabout improvements and the construction of a new 10-mile dual carriageway. You will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the project by overseeing site operations and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.Supervise and coordinate site teams and subcontractorsOversee pipejacking operations, ensuring alignment, safety and programme targets are metManage installation of drainage systems, including sedimentation tanks and associated infrastructureEnsure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standardsPlan and manage daily site activities in line with the programmeAllocate labour, plant and materials effectivelyMonitor progress and report on performance, risks and issuesEnsure adherence to method statements, risk assessments and permit systemsMaintain high standards of workmanship and ensure specifications are metLiaise with engineers and management to resolve technical and operational challengesSupport and mentor operatives, promoting a positive safety cultureWhat you'll need to succeedExperience as a Foreman or Supervisor on highways projectsStrong understanding of highway construction, including earthworks, drainage, structures and surfacingSMSTS or SSSTS qualificationCSCS card at Supervisor level or aboveHighways PassportWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ