GENERAL FOREMAN-CIVIL

Building the Future - One Project at a Time!

At El Seif, we embrace and embody our core values of excellence, integrity, and innovation in every aspect of our work from meticulous planning to expert construction, we consistently uphold the highest standards of excellence, ensuring that our projects are delivered with precision and attention to detail. With half a century of diverse experiences across a wide range of industries, ranging from public infrastructure to military and defense applications, we have honed our expertise and gained indispensable insights that enable us to tackle complex challenges and maintain our standard of delivering exceptional results. Our forward-thinking approach sets us apart as a trusted partner in the construction industry. By continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation, we strive to pioneer the future of construction, creating sustainable and impactful solutions that leave a lasting legacy.

Excellence, Integrity and, Innovation - every step of the way.

The main purpose of the General Foreman’s job is to supervise the execution of construction works of a specific discipline or section, and ensure those works are being executed in a timely and cost efficient matter and in line with set specifications.

• Reports directly to the Superintendent
• Assists the Superintendent in all operational activities of a project’s specific discipline or a section of the project’s site
• Manages the operations construction team that is headed by foremen and assigns tasks and monitors progress 
• Ensures that work is completed as per set schedule and quality standards
• Coordinates with the Superintendent to ensure that the works are executed as per the drawings and as per the technical requirements
• Ensures that all drawings are available to his teams, and coordinates with Engineers to ensure that job executions are as per technical requirements
• Prepares progress sketches on daily basis from each discipline Foreman
• Monitors the equipment on site and ensures that all teams are performing their jobs and that all Foremen are taking care of their duties and performing their commitments
• Conducts daily safety inspections within the site/section and ensures safe deployment of equipment 
• Monitors all logistics (water, transportation, etc.) for his disciplines, tools, etc.
• Reports materials and tools needed on site, and follows up in case of any shortage
• Responsible for filling equipment and workers’ timesheets
• Gathers all information regarding man-hours, and analyzes whether his teams’ efficiency is adequate or needs improvement
• Conducts tool box talks
• Performs other tasks as delegated by the Superintendent
• Provides support for the professional development (including training) of direct reports

• Diploma in a related field
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communications, organization / project management skills, and a proven ability to motivate and manage teams
• Minimum 10 years experience in a comparable sized operation to ESEC
• Knowledge of construction sequences and methods
• Experience in the Middle East is a strong plus
• Excellent numerical and IT skills
• Fluent in English and preferably Arabic language 

Additional Info:

This is a Full-time job offering standard benefits such as paid annual leave, public holidays, living allowances, healthcare coverage, and end of service benefits. We also offer discretionary benefits such as a performance bonus and merit increase along with training and development opportunities if eligible.