Job Description

Finishing Foreperson – High-Rise Residential Development
Location: South Dublin
Sector: Residential & Mixed-Use Development
Role Type: Full-Time – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (with potential for extension)

About the Role

Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, are seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to support the delivery of a major high-rise residential development in South Dublin. This €90 million project comprises over 350 apartments, integrated retail units, and associated public infrastructure upgrades, including an underground car park.

The successful candidate will play a central role in coordinating subcontractors and ensuring all finishing works meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and programme performance. You’ll join an experienced site team, contributing to the day-to-day progression of a significant residential development from shell to final finish.

Responsibilities

• Supervise finishing activities and general site works across the project
• Coordinate trades and subcontractors to meet programme milestones
• Monitor workmanship to ensure compliance with design and spec standards
• Implement Health, Safety, and Welfare procedures at all times
• Attend site meetings and provide regular progress reports
• Liaise with internal departments for procurement and cost control
• Track hours worked and liaise with HR and payroll for reporting
• Ensure plant and equipment are operated safely and correctly
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as a Foreman on medium to large-scale builds
• Residential and/or basement/underground car park experience advantageous
• Excellent leadership, planning, and communication skills
• Proven ability to coordinate trades and ensure programme compliance
• Familiar with site reporting and basic project documentation
• Trade background or construction-related qualification preferred
• First Aid and CIF Managing Safely certification desirable
• Experience on high-rise projects highly advantageous
• Irish or UK experience is highly advantageous

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary - further discussed over a call
• Further discussion on benefits and entitlements at interview stage
• Pension scheme and free on-site parking
• Access to discounted meals at head office location
• Additional company leave days (beyond standard entitlement)
• Access to exclusive employee perks including golf club facilities and hotel discounts

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities, contact Shane Fleming on 083 0885073 or email Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie.

Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference OR-13138 in the subject line. All applications will be handled in strict confidence, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.

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