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8 December 2025

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Working Foreman

Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13

Working Foreman

The employer

An award winning design-led house builder and developer, delivering individual homes across East Anglia

The job

As Working Foreman you will lead on-site operations while remaining hands-on with practical construction tasks, ensuring work is delivered to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will oversee day-to-day site activities and coordinate trades, subcontractors, and labourers; working hands-on as part of the team, applying practical construction skills to support progress and quality.

You'll read and interpret drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate execution of the works and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, site policies, and risk management procedures; monitor project programme, material delivery, and workforce allocation to maintain workflow and meet deadlines; conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and routine safety inspections.

Working closely with Project Managers and Site Managers to communicate progress, challenges, and resource needs, you'll maintain a high standard of workmanship, site presentation, and professionalism.

What you'll need

Minimum 8 years’ construction experience in residential projects to incredibly high standards
Strong hands-on carpentry background
Proven ability to supervise teams and coordinate multiple site activities.
Solid understanding of building regulations, construction methods, and safety standards.
Ability to read and work from construction drawings and technical documents.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
SSSTS/SMSTS certification preferred.
Reliable, proactive, and self-motivated.
Strong leadership with a collaborative approach.
Able to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Committed to high standards of craftsmanship and site safety.

Where you'll be based

Sites are typically based within 20 miles of Woodbridge

What you'll receive

£38,000 - £40,000 per annum dependent on experience
Company van
28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Find out more

To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to martin@martin-salter.com or call 07983 967143.

All communication will be treated in complete confidence.

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