Finishing Foreman

Linsco Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in residential development is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to oversee the final stages of new build housing sites. The role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proven track record in managing trades. You will be responsible for quality handovers, health and safety compliance, and liaising with site management to resolve issues. This position offers the chance to contribute significantly to delivering high-quality homes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Finishing Foreman role for new build housing developments.
• Excellent attention to detail and snagging knowledge.
• Able to coordinate trades and ensure quality under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Managing and completing snag lists for quality handovers.
• Overseeing finishing trades like decorators and carpenters.
• Ensuring homes are presented to a high standard for client handover.

Skills

Attention to detail

Snagging knowledge

Organisational skills

Health & safety compliance

Education

SSSTS

Valid CSCS Card

First Aid

Job description

Linsco are currently looking for an experienced Finishing Foreman to join a residential developer and assist with the final stages of multiple new build housing sites.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and strong organisational skills, who can take homes through to completion to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and completing snag lists to ensure quality handovers
• Overseeing finishing trades (e.g., decorators, carpenters, mastic teams)
• Liaising with site management and subcontractors to resolve outstanding issues
• Ensuring homes are presented to a high standard for client handover
• Maintaining strict health & safety compliance on site
• Reporting progress and issues to the Site Manager or Project Manager

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Finishing Foreman role on new build housing developments
• Excellent attention to detail and snagging knowledge
• SSSTS
• Valid CSCS Card
• First Aid (desirable)
• Able to coordinate trades and ensure quality delivery under time constraints

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV.

Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.