General Foreman (Working Foreman) – Edinburgh Immediate Start

We are currently recruiting for an experienced General Foreman to join a large, busy construction site in Edinburgh, with an immediate start available. This role will suit someone happy to operate as a working foreman, overseeing site activities while also being hands-on where required.

You will be responsible for supervising general building works and labour teams, ensuring productivity remains high and works are delivered safely and efficiently across a fast-paced project.

Key Responsibilities:

* Supervising general building and labouring teams on site

* Operating as a working foreman — hands-on when required

* Coordinating day-to-day site activities across multiple work areas

* Ensuring works are delivered in line with programme

* Maintaining high health & safety standards

* Managing site logistics and labour allocation

* Liaising with site management and subcontractors

* Monitoring quality of general construction works

* Supporting delivery across a busy, large-scale project

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a General Foreman / Working Foreman

* Strong background in general building works

* Experience managing labour gangs on busy construction sites

* Hands-on attitude with willingness to assist on the tools if required

* Good communication and organisational skills

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