Finishing Foreman/Foreperson

Randstad CPE; Blyth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction agency in Blyth is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman/Foreperson to oversee final stages of new build housing projects. You will manage sub-contractors and ensure the work is completed to high standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in construction and leadership, ensuring a smooth customer handover. This temporary role offers £24 per hour.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience on new build housing sites.
• Ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Familiarity with health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the final stages of construction.
• Manage sub-contractors and tradespeople.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure quality.

Skills

Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman/Foreperson

Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and CMLs

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation

Valid CSCS card

SSSTS or SMSTS certification

Job description

Overview

Job Advert: Finishing Foreman/foreperson - New Build Housing

Location: Bedlington

Salary: £24 per hour CIS

Contract Type: Temp, ASAP start & 2 weeks cover

We\'re looking for an experienced Finishing Foreman/Foreperson to join our team on an exciting new build housing development in Bedlington. You\'ll be responsible for overseeing the final stages of construction, ensuring all homes are completed to the highest standards, ready for customer handover. You\'ll play a crucial role in managing sub-contractors and tradespeople, ensuring all work is completed on time and to the correct specifications. The successful candidate will be a key player in achieving a defect-free finish and a smooth customer experience.

• Supervise and manage finishing trades and sub-contractors, including joiners, painters, plumbers, and electricians.
• Work to a snagging list.
• Hands on, working on painting, patching, caulking.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure all work meets quality standards and CMLs (Certificates of Mortgage Lending) requirements.
• Identify and resolve defects efficiently and effectively.
• Ensure the site is always safe and tidy, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with the Site Manager, Project Manager, and other site personnel.
• Help achieve project deadlines, ensuring homes are ready for final inspection and customer handover.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman/Foreperson on new build housing sites.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and CMLs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• A valid CSCS card is essential and SSSTS or SMSTS.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment.

Send your CV to Rhianna in the Newcastle Office!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Job Info

• Job Title: Finishing Foreman/Foreperson
• Company:
• Location: Blyth, Northumberland
• Posted: Sep 19th 2025
• Closes: Oct 20th 2025
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time

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