Finishing Foreman

Fawkes and Reece; Wirral; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Ongoing work on a residential project

Supportive site team

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to oversee the final stages of a busy residential new-build development on the Wirral. You will ensure plots are completed to a high standard, on schedule, and ready for customer handovers, NHBC inspections and Building Control sign-off.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, proactive, with strong organisational skills and a background in joinery or multi-trade finishing works. Experience managing finishing trades is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman on residential new-builds.
• Strong knowledge of finishing works, snagging and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Coordinate multiple trades to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate finishing trades across multiple plots.
• Ensure properties are completed to drawings and quality standards.
• Carry out snagging inspections and oversee defect rectification.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure high-quality finishes on site.
• Supervise subcontractors and direct labour on site.

Skills

Finishing foreman

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Job description

Reference: WRFFSD_1787586122
Posted: August 24, 2026

We are currently looking for an experienced Finishing Foreman to join a busy residential new-build development in the Wirral.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established and reputable contractor on a well-managed housing project, with ongoing work available.

The successful candidate will oversee the final stages of the build programme, ensuring plots are completed to a high standard, delivered on schedule, and ready for customer handovers, NHBC inspections and Building Control sign-off.

We are looking for a hands-on, proactive individual with a strong eye for detail, excellent organisational skills and proven experience managing finishing works on residential housing developments. A joinery or multi-skilled trades background would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate finishing trades across multiple plots.
• Ensure properties are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and company quality standards.
• Carry out regular snagging inspections and oversee the rectification of defects.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure consistently high-quality finishes throughout the development.
• Supervise subcontractors and direct labour on site.
• Ensure all health and safety procedures and site requirements are followed.
• Liaise with the Site Manager, Project Manager, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain smooth project delivery.
• Ensure plots are completed within programme and ready for customer handovers and NHBC/Building Control inspections.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate site records and reports.
• Identify and resolve issues quickly to keep works progressing to programme.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman on new-build residential housing developments.
• Strong knowledge of finishing works, snagging and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple trades and work effectively to tight deadlines.
• Proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Joinery or multi-trade background highly advantageous.
• Practical, hands-on approach to managing finishing works on site.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Ongoing work on a well-managed residential development.
• Opportunity to work with an established and reputable contractor.
• Professional and supportive site team.
• Potential for continued work for the right candidate.