Foreman R-Fill - Sizewell C - Enabling and Earthworks
Haverhill, Suffolk County, CB9, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-15
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Construction
Civil Engineering -
Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
About the role
Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable, low-carbon electricity. The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies:
Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke. We are more than just an alliance; we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.
The Foreman (R-Fill) is responsible for supervising and coordinating all activities related to the placement, compaction, and quality control of engineered fill (R-Fill) within the Enabling and Earthworks (E&E) Section of the Sizewell C project. The role ensures that works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the project's technical specifications and quality requirements. The Foreman acts as the key link between site operatives, plant teams, subcontractors, and section engineers.
Responsibilities- Capable of taking ownership of the works or a section of the works from start to finish, including the handover of the works
- Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately
- Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes
- Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights
- Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility
- Holds a current driving license and CSCS Card
- SMSTS
- Must be a good team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience of managing the works of direct labour and subcontractors
- 42 hours per week
- Experience working within environmentally protected sites (desirable)
- Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: ground improvement techniques, earthworks, drainage, structures (desirable)
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. We offer a full range of benefits and the flexibility to shape the package that is right for you. Key benefits include:
- Smart working, with flexible start/finish times and up to 40% remote working where roles allow
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more
Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects, including HS2 and Hinkley Point
C. Using the latest technology, we drive productivity and create a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities. From consultancy and design to all aspects of construction and maintenance, we have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of identity or background. We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE).
In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to Black inclusion. Balfour Beatty is a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and actively encourages applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. We are a Disability Confident Employer, committed to removing barriers for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions in obtaining employment, and to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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