Finishes ForemanJust posted!

Talent Web Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentWeb is partnering with an established Sydney builder to appoint an experienced Finishes Foreman for a major high-rise residential development progressing through internal fit-out. You will own finishing packages across allocated areas and coordinate trades to drive the program.

This role requires proven frontline leadership, a track record on large Class 2 or mixed-use projects in Australia, and the ability to maintain quality workmanship while keeping the construction schedule on track.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finishes Foreman on large-scale Class 2 residential or mixed-use developments.
• Background working with an established head contractor or developer-builder in Australia.
• Recent experience managing internal finishing packages on multi-storey residential developments comprising 100+ apartments.
• A natural leader with strong communication skills and ability to manage subcontractors under pressure.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high workmanship standards without delaying program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate finishing trades across apartments, common areas and associated works.
• Manage daily site activities, trade sequencing and short-term construction programs.
• Maintain high standards of quality, overseeing inspections and rectifications.
• Work closely with the Site Manager to resolve issues and manage subcontractor performance.
• Coordinate staged completion, final inspections and handover to meet project specs.

Skills

Leadership

Site coordination

Quality control

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

TalentWeb is partnering with an established Sydney builder with a strong reputation for delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use developments. With over 1,000 apartments currently under construction and a $3bn+ pipeline of projects, the business offers long-term stability and the opportunity to work on some of Sydney's most significant developments.

The business is looking to appoint an experienced Finishes Foreman to join its construction team on a major high-rise residential development progressing through internal fit-out.

Working closely with the Site Manager and wider project team, you will take ownership of finishing packages across allocated areas of the development. You will be responsible for coordinating finishing trades, driving the construction program and ensuring a consistently high standard of workmanship through to completion and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate finishing trades across apartments, common areas and associated works, including plasterboard, waterproofing, tiling, joinery, painting and flooring.
• Manage daily site activities, trade sequencing and short-term construction programs to achieve key milestones.
• Maintain high standards of quality, overseeing inspections, defect identification and rectification.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and project team to resolve issues, manage subcontractor performance and maintain progress.
• Coordinate staged completion, final inspections and handover, ensuring finishing works meet project specifications and quality requirements.

About You

• Proven experience as a Finishes Foreman on large-scale Class 2 residential or mixed-use developments.
• Background working with an established head contractor or developer-builder in Australia.
• Recent experience managing internal finishing packages on multi-storey residential developments comprising 100+ apartments.
• A strong eye for detail and genuine pride in delivering quality workmanship, with the ability to maintain standards without compromising the construction program.
• A natural leader who builds strong relationships with subcontractors, earns the respect of trades and holds people accountable.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.

What's on Offer

• Take ownership of significant finishing packages on a major residential development.
• Work alongside an experienced and well-resourced construction team.
• Long-term career opportunities across a substantial pipeline of major Sydney projects.
• Competitive salary package depending on experience.