Finishing Foreman
Location:
Cork | Full-Time | Permanent
Salary:
€60,000-€70,000 DOE
The Company
A
well-established building contractor
delivering
residential and housing developments
across the Munster region.
The business operates as a main contractor on multi-unit schemes, with a consistent workflow secured through repeat clients and ongoing housing demand.
Projects are site-led, programme-driven, and focused on achieving a high standard of finish at handover.
The Role
The
Finishing Foreman
will take responsibility for managing all finishing activities on site, working closely with the Site Manager and engineering team to bring projects through final stages and handover.
Supervise internal and external finishing trades on residential projects
Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and sequencing of works
Interpret architectural and construction drawings and ensure works align with specifications
Oversee workmanship standards across all finishing elements
Manage snagging and de-snagging through to completion
Maintain daily site records covering labour, progress and inspections
Ensure works are carried out safely and in line with Irish regulations
Support quality control inspections and handover documentation
This is a hands-on site role with clear ownership of the finishing phase.
The Person
The role is open to experienced finishing supervisors from residential backgrounds.
Typically
5+ years' experience
in a finishing foreman or supervisory role
Strong knowledge of
internal and external finishing trades
and sequencing
Backgrounds may include
Finishing Foreman, General Foreman with finishing focus, or Senior Trades Supervisor
Comfortable managing subcontractors and direct labour
Able to read and interpret drawings, specifications and method statements
Good working knowledge of Irish
Health & Safety legislation and BCAR
Organised, detail-focused and practical in approach
Valid
Safe Pass
and
Manual Handling
required
The Package
€60,000-€70,000 salary
, depending on experience
25 days annual leave
Permanent, site-based role on live residential projects
Steady pipeline of work within the housing sector
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