Civils Foreman: Lead Finishes & Site Safety (Cork)

O’Neill & Brennan; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Neill & Brennan is seeking a Foreman (Civils) for a project in County Cork. The role focuses on supporting the Site Manager, overseeing finishing works, and ensuring top-quality workmanship on site.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or higher diploma in Construction Management or equivalent, strong civils experience, and excellent organisational and safety knowledge to maintain documentation and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree / Higher Diploma qualification in Construction Management and/ or equivalent trade qualification.
• Strong experience in civils type construction projects required.
• Groundworks experience essential.
• Excellent knowledge of trades.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail, particularly in site paperwork and reporting.
• Excellent working knowledge of latest building regulation and certification standards.
• An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.

Responsibilities

• Support and work in partnership with the Site Manager.
• Oversee all finishing works on site, ensuring top-quality workmanship.
• Carry out daily toolbox talks and ensure clear communication of site safety and work requirements.
• Maintain site records, paperwork, and daily site documentation including progress tracking.
• Coordinate with tradesmen, subcontractors, and site management to ensure timely completion.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks, addressing any defects or issues promptly.
• Manage timelines and work schedules to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
• Liaise with project managers and provide updates on progress.

Skills

Civils experience

Groundworks

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Safety knowledge

Site coordination

Education

Degree / Higher Diploma in Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

O’Neill & Brennan is seeking a Foreman (Civils) for a project in County Cork. The role focuses on supporting the Site Manager, overseeing finishing works, and ensuring top-quality workmanship on site.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or higher diploma in Construction Management or equivalent, strong civils experience, and excellent organisational and safety knowledge to maintain documentation and meet deadlines.