Foreman (General)

P J Hegarty; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in County Cork is seeking an experienced Foreman to ensure high quality construction work and compliance with project specifications. The successful candidate will oversee concrete work activities, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure a safe and compliant site. Strong leadership and exceptional communication skills are required to manage site personnel effectively. This role promises to play a pivotal role in delivering projects to the highest standards in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive background working in similar roles.
• Experience with managing teams and large volumes of contractors.
• Must be capable of meeting tight time frames and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure high quality work onsite.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate subcontractor performance.
• Monitor project schedule and provide updates.

Skills

Leadership skills

Team coordination

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

Company Overview

Established in 1925, PJ Hegarty is Ireland's most progressive building company. We undertake projects throughout Ireland and the UK from offices in Dublin, Cork, Limerick & London and are a leading company in large scale construction.

As a family‑owned company from its inception, we, like you, have a long proud tradition of working within our respective industries for the benefit of our customers, our people and the community.

Specifics of the Job

We are currently seeking an experienced Foreman in the Munster Area who has worked extensively in construction. You will be overseeing and ensuring high level quality work and ensuring it complies with the regulations and the general and specific specifications of the project. You will also be working closely with the site personnel to deliver the project to the highest possible standard.

Overview

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Foreman will be responsible for overseeing all general concrete work activities onsite. The successful Foreman will work closely with the site personnel to deliver projects to the highest possible standard.

Key Duties

• Work closely with Health and Safety to ensure a safe, compliant site.
• Plan coordinate and report on all subcontractor’s performance.
• Monitor the agreed project schedule and provide updates.
• Give clear direction and motivate colleagues.
• Work as part of a Team.

Skills / Experience required for the role:

• Extensive background working in similar roles.
• Experience with managing teams and large volumes of contractors.
• Must be capable of meeting tight time frames and deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Company is an Equal Opportunities employer and recognises its responsibility to provide equality of opportunity to employees and prospective employees.

Our Aim is to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of religious belief, political opinion, gender, marital status, civil status, sexual orientation, disability, race, age and membership of the Traveller community.

The Company will not accept or tolerate any form of discrimination, direct or indirect, by any member of the Company. The Company is committed to the fair treatment of employees at all times.