- Site preparation: s/he discovers the technical dossier and plans, takes part in preparatory meetings with the works supervisor and research engineer and supports the works supervisor in his assessment of human and material needs
- Works organization and monitoring: s/he monitors project progress, materials deliveries and the arrival of works machines, manages the budget, follows up the hours worked and the schedule and checks the order forms and invoices
- Project completion: s/he takes delivery of the completed work with the works supervisor and makes sure the site is clean and tidy at the end of the project.
The site foreman must complete the project to schedule, solve technical and human problems fast, deal with bad weather and be able to cope with unexpected events.
The site foreman is practical and able to manage people. S/he must enjoy responsability and be able to take the initiative to ensure the smooth running of the project