Carpentry Supervisor

Professional Construction Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Excellent package

London-based majority of work

Accommodation provided

Travel expenses covered

Prestigious projects

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

Professional Construction Recruitment is seeking a Carpentry Supervisor for high-end fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK, primarily London, with travel nationwide. This temp-to-perm role offers an excellent package and accommodation support when working away.

You will lead carpentry teams, ensuring safe, efficient delivery and top workmanship on prestigious projects, with opportunities to transition to permanent employment after a successful probation period.

Qualifications

• High-end first and second fix carpentry experience.
• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience.
• Experience within fit-out, refurbishment or construction.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise carpentry teams on high-end fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Lead by example and maintain excellent standards of workmanship.
• Coordinate labour, materials and daily site activities.
• Work closely with Site and Project Managers to maintain programmes.
• Carry out quality checks and resolve installation issues.
• Ensure health & safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and other trades.
• Remain hands-on and assist with carpentry works when required.

Skills

Carpentry supervision

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Travel flexibility

Tools

CSCS

SSSTS

SMSTS

First Aid

Job description

Carpentry Supervisor - High-End Fit-Out & Refurbishment

Location: London & Nationwide - Travel Required

Position: Temp to Perm

Salary: Excellent Package DOE + Accommodation + Expenses

Our client is a specialist contractor delivering high-end interior fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Carpentry Supervisor to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis, with the opportunity to move into a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

The majority of projects are based in London, although travel to sites further afield may occasionally be required. Accommodation and travel expenses will be provided when working away.

The Role

You will supervise carpentry teams across prestigious hospitality, leisure and commercial projects, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to an exceptional standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise carpentry teams on high-end fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Lead by example and maintain excellent standards of workmanship.
• Coordinate labour, materials and daily site activities.
• Work closely with Site and Project Managers to maintain programmes.
• Carry out quality checks and resolve installation issues.
• Ensure health & safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and other trades.
• Remain hands‑on and assist with carpentry works when required.

Requirements

• Strong background in high-end first and second fix carpentry.
• Previous supervisory or team‑leading experience.
• Experience within fit-out, refurbishment or construction.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel and work away when required.

Desirable: SSSTS, SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS.

What's On Offer

• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Excellent package depending on experience
• Majority of work based in London
• Accommodation and travel expenses when required
• Prestigious, high-profile projects
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing contractor