General Foreman - HS2 Main Works

DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society. You will be working in the HS2 Main Works, the SCS Joint Venture with Costain and Strabag, our HS2 Main Works South team is delivering one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects – 26 miles of tunnels from London Euston to West Ruislip, along with viaducts, bridges and embankments that will connect communities for generations. We are currently looking for a General Foreman who will: As the General Foreman, you will: • Supervise daily construction activities for headhouses and shaft structures • Present start of shift Briefing • Coordinate structural, mechanical, electrical, and architectural fit-out works • Oversee installation some MEP installations  • Ensure integration between civil/structural works and M&E services • Supervise internal architectural finishes including partitions, ceilings, flooring, cladding, doors, and finishes • Ensure high-quality workmanship in all finishing works • Supervise internal architectural finishes including partitions, ceilings, flooring, cladding, doors, and finishes • Ensure high-quality workmanship in all finishing works • Supervise internal architectural finishes including partitions, ceilings, flooring, cladding, doors, and finishes • Ensure high-quality workmanship in all finishing works • Supervise internal architectural finishes including partitions, ceilings, flooring, cladding, doors, and finishes • Ensure high-quality workmanship in all finishing works We are looking for: • Extensive experience in large infrastructure or underground projects • Proven experience supervising headhouses, shafts, or underground station structures • Background in M&E systems installation and architectural fit-out • Experience in testing & commissioning coordination • Knowledge of relevant construction standards and safety regulations • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications • Strong leadership and communication skills What we offer: 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family  Financial wellbeing and employee assistance  Professional development  Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)  Inclusion and Diversity  We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way. Flexible working  Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.  Reasonable adjustments  We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at recruitment@skanska.co.uk or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1. Closing date  We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change. If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way. If you are an internal candidate currently working on the SCS project, please apply through the SCS JV Careers Portal to avoid duplicate applications. GENERAL INFORMATION City/town: London Job field: Construction External closing date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 6932