General Foreman – UAE

Full Time

Al Marwan Group, is currently seeking an experienced General Foreman to oversee construction activities across multiple projects.

  • Industry: Construction (Residential & Commercial)
  • Experience Required: 6–10 years
  • UAE Experience: Preferred

🧠 Role Overview

The General Foreman plays a key role in site supervision and workforce management, ensuring:

  • Work is completed as per drawings and specifications
  • Activities are executed on time and safely
  • Teams are coordinated efficiently across multiple trades

This role acts as the link between engineers, workers, and subcontractors on-site.


🛠️ Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

🚧 1. Site Supervision & Execution

  • Supervise daily construction activities
  • Ensure work follows:
    • Approved drawings
    • Project specifications
    • Planned timelines

👥 2. Team & Workforce Management

  • Manage:
    • Labor teams
    • Subcontractors
    • Skilled workers
  • Allocate tasks and monitor performance

📊 3. Quality Control & Productivity

  • Monitor:
    • Work quality
    • Productivity levels
  • Ensure all works meet required construction standards

📐 4. Drawing Interpretation

  • Review and interpret:
    • Construction drawings
    • Blueprints
    • Technical specifications
  • Guide site teams accordingly

⚠️ 5. Safety Management

  • Enforce site safety rules and procedures
  • Ensure compliance with UAE HSE standards
  • Conduct regular safety checks

🔄 6. Coordination & Communication

  • Coordinate with:
    • Project managers
    • Site engineers
    • Consultants
  • Ensure smooth communication between teams

🛠️ 7. Materials & Equipment Monitoring

  • Inspect materials and tools before use
  • Ensure proper usage and maintenance of equipment

📋 8. Reporting & Documentation

  • Maintain:
    • Daily progress reports
    • Manpower records
    • Work logs
  • Track progress and report delays

⚡ 9. Problem Solving

  • Identify site issues early
  • Resolve delays and conflicts efficiently

🎓 10. Training & Mentorship

  • Guide and train junior foremen
  • Improve team efficiency and skills

✅ Key Requirements

🏗️ Experience

  • Minimum 6–10 years in construction
  • At least 2–4 years in a supervisory/foreman role
  • Experience in:
    • Residential projects
    • Commercial buildings

⚙️ Technical Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of:
    • Construction methods
    • Materials and workmanship
    • Site execution processes

📐 Drawing Skills

  • Ability to read and interpret:
    • Drawings
    • Blueprints
    • Specifications

💼 Core Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management
  • Good communication skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple teams simultaneously

🦺 Safety Awareness

  • Knowledge of:
    • Site safety procedures
    • Risk prevention methods
  • Ability to enforce HSE compliance on-site

📩 How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply

To apply for this job please visit careers.almarwangroup.com.