Finishing Foreman – Mixed-Use Refurb & Fit-Out Lead

Caval Limited; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Caval Limited is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman for a £5m mixed-use redevelopment in Carlisle. You will oversee finishing trades, manage snagging and de-snagging activities, coordinate subcontractors, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive the project through to handover.

The role requires hands-on leadership on refurbishment, fit-out or redevelopment projects, delivering to programme, quality and client expectations. 6-month contract, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering refurbishment, fit-out and new-build projects (£2m–£5m).
• Managing finishing trades, snagging and handover activities.
• Strong health & safety focus and knowledge of building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inductions and toolbox talks.
• Attend routine site progress meetings and report to Project Manager.
• Coordinate finishing trades and subcontractors on site.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and site management teams.
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting programme, quality or safety.
• Maintain quality inspections, snagging records and progress reports.
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce health & safety compliance.
• Monitor progress against programme and address delays or quality issues.
• Manage project handovers and rectify defects in a timely manner.
• Monitor snagging and de-snaging activities to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Health & safety knowledge

IT & reporting software

Lead & coordinate site teams

Verbal & written communication

Organise finishing programmes

Subcontractor management

Attention to detail

Building regulations knowledge

Refurbishment/fit-out knowledge

Education

SMSTS

First Aid

CSCS card

Job description

Caval Limited is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman for a £5m mixed-use redevelopment in Carlisle. You will oversee finishing trades, manage snagging and de-snagging activities, coordinate subcontractors, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive the project through to handover.

The role requires hands-on leadership on refurbishment, fit-out or redevelopment projects, delivering to programme, quality and client expectations. 6-month contract, on-site position.