Finishing Supervisor

Walls; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Job summary

Walls Construction is seeking a Finishing Supervisor to oversee finishing activities across site operations, ensuring high-quality internal and external finishes and adherence to programme milestones. You will supervise finishing teams, manage subcontractors, and coordinate with site management to deliver defect-free handovers that meet client expectations.

The role requires experience supervising finishing trades, strong knowledge of finishing materials, and a proactive approach to safety and

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising finishing trades on construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of finishing materials and workmanship standards.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multi-trade interfaces.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and snagging.
• CSCS or equivalent site qualification desirable.
• Organised with good record-keeping; proficient with mobile/site reporting tools and MS Office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to lead teams and liaise with clients.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure to meet programme targets.

Responsibilities

• Supervise finishing trades (plastering, joinery, painting, tiling) to required standards and sequence.
• Plan and programme activities with site manager and subcontractors to hit milestones.
• Monitor daily quality; inspect, identify defects, and ensure rectification.
• Mentor operatives and promote best practices and continuous improvement.
• Manage subcontractor performance; review scopes and address non-conformance.
• Maintain progress records, labour and materials; produce daily reports and snagging updates.
• Coordinate with clients and trades to resolve interfaces and ensure safe access.

Skills

Supervising finishing trades

Finishing materials knowledge

Subcontractor management

Quality control

Health & safety awareness

Record keeping

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

CSCS or equivalent site qualification

Tools

Mobile/site reporting tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Overview

The Finishing Supervisor will oversee and coordinate finishing activities across site operations, ensuring high-quality completion of internal and external finishes, adherence to programme milestones and compliance with health, safety and quality standards. This role will supervise finishing teams, manage subcontractor performance, and work closely with site management and trade operatives to deliver defect-free handovers that meet client expectations.

Role Overview

The Finishing Supervisor will oversee and coordinate finishing activities across site operations, ensuring high-quality completion of internal and external finishes, adherence to programme milestones and compliance with health, safety and quality standards. This role will supervise finishing teams, manage subcontractor performance, and work closely with site management and trade operatives to deliver defect-free handovers that meet client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate finishing trades, including plastering, joinery, painting, tiling and other specialist finishing works, ensuring work is carried out to the required standard and sequence.


• Plan and programme finishing activities in conjunction with the site manager and subcontractors to achieve milestones and maintain flow to follow-on trades.


• Monitor quality standards on a daily basis, conduct inspections, identify defects and enforce rectification to ensure completed areas meet specifications and client requirements.


• Supervise and mentor finishing operatives, promoting best practice, productivity and a culture of continuous improvement on site.


• Manage subcontractor performance, review work scopes, issue instructions, and elevate non-conformance or programme risks to the site management team.


• Maintain accurate records of progress, labour and materials; produce daily reports, update snagging registers and support handover documentation.


• Co-ordinate with site management, clients and other trades to resolve interface issues, minimise delays and ensure safe access to areas requiring finishing works.


• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality and environmental procedures; conduct toolbox talks, monitor PPE use and take appropriate action to address unsafe practices.


• Implement and maintain quality control checks, attend snagging inspections and support the close-out of defects prior to practical completion.


• Contribute to materials procurement and stock control for finishing activities, reporting shortages or defects to the site team promptly.


• Provide input to site meetings, prepare minutes where required and support continuous improvement initiatives related to finishing processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience supervising finishing trades on construction projects, ideally with a main contractor, developer or fit-out specialist.


• Strong technical knowledge of finishing materials, application methods and workmanship standards for plastering, painting, joinery, tiling and related trades.


• Experience managing subcontractors and multi-trade interfaces, with the ability to prioritise work and drive programmes to completion.


• Good understanding of quality control procedures, snagging processes and handover documentation requirements.


• Sound knowledge of health & safety legislation and site safety practices; CSCS or equivalent site qualification is desirable.


• Organised and methodical with effective record-keeping skills; competent user of mobile/site reporting tools and Microsoft Office.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead teams, liaise with clients and collaborate with other site stakeholders.


• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet programme and quality targets.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension scheme and additional company benefits.


• Opportunities for professional development, training and progression within the company.

Diversity & Inclusion at Walls Construction

At Walls Construction, we believe diversity strengthens our business and inclusion fosters innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or membership of the Travelling community.

Reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process are available on request.