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General Foreman 

Civil Engineering Main Contractor Tunnels Project


General Foreman with experience of working on Tunnelling projects is currently required to join a live London based Tunnelling Project for a Main Contractor.

As an organisation they currently work on a number of projects spanning across Highways, Rail, Tunnelling and Civils across the UK.

The main purpose of the role is to Supervise and manage the onsite activities for the tunnelling operations and assist in the efficient delivery and positive performance of the project.

Due to the nature of the Project Significant experience of major tunnelling projects is essential.

Key Duties:

• Lead the tunnelling team, direct and monitor that works is performed at the highest of standards providing best for project outcomes at all times.
• Coordinate, assign and supervise tunnelling works and assist in solving problems encountered on the project; refer to plans for guidance in directing construction
• Ensure the proper allocation and operating condition of equipment and the availability of adequate construction materials, equipment and tools on site
• Work with the Project Team to ensure the highest standards of Health, Safety and Environmental care are met and provide them with such information
• Manage, order and co-ordinate the delivery, storage and maintenance of all materials, plant and equipment on site
• Ensure staff is using the correct PPE, tools and machinery before starting a task
• Manage the Team, Materials and quality of work
• Ensure tunnelling works are carried out to agreed budgets and timeline
• Assist with preparation of cost estimates for project design and construction
• Work in conjunction with engineers to solve project design problems

• Demonstratable experience in tunnelling activities in the UK Market
• Past position of either General, Foreman, Superintendent or Works Manager on a Tunnel Project Greater £200mil
• Preferable experience in either operating TBM’s or Ring Building
• Knowledge of both EPM and Wedge Block tunnelling techniques
• Knowledge and experience of working on smaller diameter tunnels
• Experience of constructing tunnels greater than 4km in length
• Extensive construction experience and experience working on a major tunnelling project
• Demonstration of knowledge and practical application of the set up and day to day running of a construction site
• Experience of operating various Plant & Equipment
• Awareness and mitigation of hazardous ground conditions
• Ability to plan, schedule and assign work independently