External Supervisor / Foreman, Dublin

Pivotal Recruitment Limited; Dublin; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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Permanent contract

Career progression

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Pivotal Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced External Supervisor / Foreman for a Dublin City Centre project. The role focuses on supervising external works, coordinating trades and maintaining safety and quality on site.

The position offers a permanent, full-time path within a leading main contractor’s team, with opportunities across commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors in Dublin.

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Foreman or supervisor role.
• Experience overseeing external works on large-scale construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.

Mansioni

• Supervise and coordinate all external works on site, ensuring safety and alignment with the programme.
• Oversee subcontractors and trades involved in external finishes, façades, cladding, roofing and related works.
• Manage daily site activities, ensuring labour, materials and equipment are available as needed.
• Coordinate external works with internal trades to avoid delays or disruptions.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity and quality of workmanship.
• Ensure works follow drawings, specs and building regulations.
• Carry out regular site inspections and resolve quality issues or defects.
• Work with Site Manager / Project Manager to meet milestones and plan sequencing.

Conoscenze

Site supervision

Leadership

Reading drawings

Formazione

Construction qualification or trade background

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External Supervisor / Foreman - Dublin City Centre

Location: Dublin City Centre
Industry: Construction & Engineering
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate

Role Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced External Supervisor / Foreman to join one of our clients on a construction project based in Dublin City Centre.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating external works on site, ensuring all activities are completed safely, on schedule and to a high standard.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established main contractor with a strong pipeline of projects across the commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all external works on site, ensuring activities are completed safely and in line with the project programme.
• Oversee subcontractors and trades involved in external finishes, façades, cladding, roofing, hard landscaping and associated works.
• Manage daily site activities, ensuring labour, materials and equipment are available when required.
• Coordinate external works with internal trades and other site activities to avoid delays or disruption.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity and quality of workmanship.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with construction drawings, specifications and relevant building regulations.
• Carry out regular site inspections, identifying and resolving any quality issues or defects.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Manager to ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring all subcontractors follow site procedures and regulations.
• Assist with planning and sequencing external works to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain accurate daily site records, including progress updates, labour returns and site activities.
• Attend site meetings and provide regular updates on progress, challenges and upcoming works.

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Foreman, Supervisor or similar site management role.
• Previous experience overseeing external works on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of external finishes, façades, cladding, roofing and associated construction activities.
• Experience working with a main contractor is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills, with experience managing subcontractors and trades.
• Good understanding of Irish Building Regulations and health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and work to tight project deadlines.
• Relevant construction qualification or trade background is desirable.
• Valid Safe Pass and relevant site safety certifications.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to work on a Dublin City Centre construction project.
• Work with an established main contractor.
• Supportive and experienced site management team.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a range of challenging construction projects.