Foreman

Job Title: Finishing Foreman Carlisle (Office Refurb | National Grid Substation)Location: Carlisle, CumbriaRate: £240£260 per day (DOE)Duration: Ongoing until end of 2025Expenses: Up to £65/night accommodation allowance if staying awayA leading national contractor is looking for a Finishing Foreman to join their team on a long-term infrastructure project in Carlisle. This role will focus on the internal office fit-out within a National Grid substation, requiring a hands-on, proactive individual whos comfortable managing trades while still working on the tools.Role Overview:This is not a clipboard role youll be expected to lead by example on-site. Youll be working closely with site management and will take ownership of all internal finishing elements to ensure a clean, high-quality handover.Key Responsibilities:Hands-on delivery of finishing works including joinery, snagging, minor repairs, fitting, and detailing.Supervision of finishing trades (carpenters, decorators, M&E final fix, etc.).Direct involvement with the installation of fixtures, fittings, doors, skirtings, ceilings, and partitions.Ensuring the quality of workmanship meets client and spec requirements.Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure timely and efficient workflow.Proactive management of snag lists and overseeing rectification works.Supporting health 'safety compliance across finishing activities.Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of work areas to support a professional finish.Requirements:Valid CSCS card.SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) Essential.First Aid preferred.Strong joinery/finishing background with tools and a practical, hands-on approach.Experience in commercial office fit-outs, ideally within live or sensitive infrastructure environments.Ability to read drawings, understand technical specs, and push work to completion.Reliable, proactive and able to manage both self and others efficiently.Whats On Offer:£240£260 per day (depending on experience).Up to £65 per night accommodation allowance if lodging required.Ongoing contract through to the end of 2025 with consistent, steady work.Work with a respected national main contractor on a secure, long-term infrastructure framework.Apply NowIf youre a Finishing Foreman who enjoys being hands-on and delivering high-spec work to tight deadlines, wed love to hear from you.#WeAreFootprint #Construction #Recruitment #Foreman #FinishingForemanJBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-09-04