Finishing Foreman

CR3 Recruitment; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilding organization is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to oversee finishing works and coordinate subcontractors on site near Welwyn Garden City. The role requires strong attention to detail and knowledge of health and safety protocols. Starting in January 2026 for up to three months, this position offers an opportunity to maintain high quality standards ahead of inspections and handovers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working for a housebuilder in a finishing or supervisory role.
• SMSTS (preferred) along with strong knowledge of health & safety protocols.
• Confident coordinating trades and ensuring work meets programme timescales.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all finishing works, snagging, and quality checks through to completion.
• Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring defects are resolved efficiently.
• Maintaining high standards ahead of inspections and handovers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

We are currently working with a leading national housebuilding and regeneration organisation delivering high-quality residential developments across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Finishing Foreman to support a site near Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, starting January 2026 for approximately 3 months.

Requirements

• Proven experience working for a housebuilder in a finishing or supervisory role.
• SMSTS (preferred) along with strong knowledge of health & safety protocols.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to drive snagging and quality standards.
• Confident coordinating trades and ensuring work meets programme timescales.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Duties

• Overseeing all finishing works, snagging, and quality checks through to completion.
• Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring defects are resolved efficiently.
• Maintaining high standards ahead of inspections and handovers.
• Reporting progress and issues to site management.

Start: January 2026

Duration: Up to 3 months