Groundworks General Foreman
Jn Bentley
Civil engineering and construction contractor specialising in integrated water and environmental projects.
Supervise civil works gangs on water industry sites and support site managers.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Civil engineering
Water utilities design and build
Environmental design and build
Project management
Innovation and technology in construction
Sector Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Expertise
Electrical Expertise
Water Sector
Environmental Engineering
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water and Wastewater Networks
Storm Overflows
Role
Description
Requirements
cscs
smsts
it skills
gang management
method statements
budgeting
- Current CSCS, CPCS or NPORS
- A positive attitude towards work, along with the ability to maintain high standards of health and safety
- Experience managing gangs working on civils projects within water industry, such as civils works on water treatment sites or reservoirs
- Confident IT Skills
- Knowledge of Permits to work
- Experience creating risk and method statements
- Full UK Driving Licence
- SSSTS / SMSTS
- Experience conducting daily briefings, site inductions, method statement rollout and progress meetings
- Experience budgeting and forecasting
Benefits
- Van driver supplement
- Uplift and Subsistence pay
- 30 days holiday (incl. Bank holidays)
- National Water Hygiene card
- Cycle to Work schemes and Specsavers Vouchers
- Company matching and Payroll giving
- Westfield Health (cash health plan)
- Top quality training
- In house career development programmes and progression within the company
- 3 day First Aid
- Good Maternity / Paternity Pay packages
- Mileage paid on travel
- Pension Scheme
- Occupational Health and Flu Jabs
- Competitive rates of pay
- Employee Referral Scheme
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
£2 billion projects
Total Projects Delivered
The company has delivered over £2 billion worth of projects across the UK since joining a major group.
£300m turnover
Annual Revenue
Achieved a significant milestone with a ~£300 million turnover in 2022, reflecting strong growth.
100+ excavators
Operational Fleet
Maintains a large fleet of specialized equipment, including over 100 Kubota excavators.
1972 founded
Year Established
Began operations in 1972, marking the start of its long history in civil engineering and construction.
- In the mid‑1970s it expanded into general building, then turned to pipelines and pumping stations in the 1980s.
- By the 1990s its civil‑engineering focus deepened, culminating in the 1999 launch of a major JV partnership.
- Typical projects span water infrastructure, hydroelectric power, industrial buildings, highways and coastal works.
- Clients include major water companies, Environment Agency, Canal & River Trust, Rolls‑Royce, P&G and Associated British Ports.
- The 2013 merger with JBA Consulting formed a new entity offering integrated low‑carbon environmental solutions.
Culture + Values
- We are committed to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our people.
- We value continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and embracing new technologies.
- We take pride in delivering quality and excellence in everything we do.
- We work collaboratively with our customers and stakeholders to achieve mutual success.
- We are dedicated to creating a culture of respect, trust, and integrity.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Goal
Achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Sustainability is integrated into project delivery processes.
- Reduces energy consumption, waste, and resource usage.
- Supports projects that protect and enhance the environment.
- Monitors and reports on environmental performance.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Strives to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Supports a range of initiatives to improve gender balance.
- Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
- Has set targets to improve the gender balance across all levels of the business.
- Actively works to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.
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