Description

Force Contracting Services are looking for an experienced General Foreman to join a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Kilmarnock. The project is due to commence in mid-September 2026 and is expected to run for approximately 2 years. The successful candidate will have a strong civil engineering background, relevant experience working on BESS sites, and be confident supervising site teams and coordinating construction activities. Scope of Works: * Enabling works * Site preparation * Earthworks * Drainage * Access roads * Hardstanding * Equipment foundations * Fencing foundations * Ducting and trenching * Reinstatement * All associated civil works required to provide a complete and operational BESS site Responsibilities: * Supervise site operatives and subcontractors, coordinating daily activities, labour, plant and materials. * Work from drawings, specifications and RAMS, coordinating closely with Site Engineers and Site Management. * Oversee civil works including earthworks, site preparation, drainage, ducting, roads, hardstanding, foundations and fencing. * Monitor productivity, workmanship and site standards, reporting progress and issues to the Site Manager. * Maintain high standards of health and safety and housekeeping, supporting snagging, reinstatement and completion works. Requirements: * Proven experience as a General Foreman or Senior Foreman, with relevant experience working on BESS sites. * Strong civil engineering background with experience supervising subcontractors and site teams. * Good understanding of construction methods, sequencing and site operations. * Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills. * SSSTS or SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. Interested? Apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our team will be in touch