Foreman / Senior Site Foreman

NexVentur; Connacht; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Long-term career progression

Permanent position

Diverse range of high-quality projects

Job summary

NexVentur in Westport, Mayo, is seeking a hands-on Foreman / Senior Site Foreman to oversee operations on active sites around the Westport area. You will lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget across residential, commercial, and retrofit works.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of construction processes, with a valid driving licence and commitment to quality and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Foreman/Senior Site Foreman or Site Supervisor role.
• Proven experience managing residential, commercial, and/or industrial construction projects.
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and site coordination.
• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Full clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily site operations across multiple active projects.
• Supervise site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and plant resources.
• Ensure works align with drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and housekeeping.
• Conduct regular site inspections, inductions and toolbox talks.
• Monitor progress and provide updates to senior management.
• Implement quality control procedures throughout all construction stages.
• Coordinate deliveries, materials, labour and subcontractor activities.
• Identify and resolve site issues to minimise delays and disruptions.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers and design teams.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling and resource management.

Skills

Foreman experience

Leadership

Site coordination

Health & Safety

Reading drawings

Driving licence

Communication

Education

Trade qualification (Carpentry or related)

Construction management qualification

Safe Pass

Manual Handling certification

First Aid certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

BCAR compliance knowledge

Job description

Foreman / Senior Site Foreman

Location: Westport, Co. Mayo

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reporting To: Contracts Manager / Director

The Role

A well-established and growing construction contractor is seeking an experienced Foreman / Senior Site Foreman to oversee and coordinate operations across active sites in the Westport area.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional to join a busy team delivering a variety of residential, commercial, renovation, retrofit, and construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily site operations across multiple active projects.
• Supervise site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and plant resources.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and housekeeping on site.
• Conduct regular site inspections, inductions, and toolbox talks.
• Monitor progress and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures throughout all stages of construction.
• Coordinate deliveries, materials, labour allocation, and subcontractor activities.
• Identify and resolve site issues efficiently to minimise delays and disruptions.
• Liaise effectively with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and design teams.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and resource management.
• Ensure accurate completion of site records, daily reports, and Health & Safety documentation.
• Foster a positive and productive working environment focused on teamwork and excellence.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Foreman, Site Foreman, or Site Supervisor role.
• Proven experience managing residential, commercial, and/or industrial construction projects.
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and site coordination.
• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Trade qualification, ideally Carpentry or a related construction discipline.
• Construction management qualification.
• Safe Pass, Manual Handling, and First Aid certification.
• Experience with BCAR compliance and quality assurance processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction-related software.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-quality projects.
• Long-term career progression within a growing organisation.
• Supportive team environment and strong company culture.
• Secure, permanent position with an established contractor operating across the West of Ireland.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on construction professional with strong leadership skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to effectively manage multiple sites while maintaining exceptional standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.