Working Foreman

TCC Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a Building & Civil Engineering Contractor, is seeking a Working Foreman to lead on-site delivery of construction projects. This hands-on role demands coordinating trades, supervising operatives, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

You will read drawings, manage labour with the site team, monitor progress and liaise with management to keep the programme on track. A strong safety culture and practical leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Working Foreman or senior tradesperson on building or civil sites.
• Ability to read and work from construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience supervising trades, labour and subcontractors on active construction sites.
• Strong health and safety awareness and safe working practices.
• Good organisational and communication skills to plan daily activities.
• Hands-on approach with team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site operatives and trades on a day-to-day basis.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors and planned activities to keep works moving.
• Allocate work and ensure tasks align with drawings, specs and programme.
• Monitor progress and flag delays to site management.
• Coordinate deliveries, materials, plant and equipment on site.
• Prepare for follow-on trades and maintain a tidy, productive site.

Skills

Site supervision

Coordination

Reading drawings

Health & safety

Communication

Organisational skills

Leadership

Education

Trade qualification

Site safety certification

Job description

Applicants must be living in Ireland to apply

Our client, an established Building & Civil Engineering Contractor, is hiring a Working Foreman to support the day-to-day delivery of construction projects on site. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced tradesperson who can lead from the front, coordinate site activities and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

What you'll be doing

Site Supervision & Coordination

• Lead and supervise site operatives and trades on a day-to-day basis
• Work alongside the site team while coordinating labour, subcontractors and planned activities
• Allocate work and ensure tasks are completed in line with drawings, specifications and programme requirements
• Monitor progress throughout the day and raise any potential delays or issues with site management
• Coordinate deliveries, materials, plant and equipment to keep works moving efficiently
• Ensure work areas are properly prepared and that follow-on trades can progress as planned

Quality & Workmanship

• Maintain high standards of workmanship across all site activities
• Check completed works against drawings, specifications and agreed quality standards
• Identify defects or incomplete works and ensure they are addressed promptly
• Support the Site Manager in maintaining an organised, professional and productive site
• Ensure materials are used correctly and minimise unnecessary waste

Health & Safety

• Promote a strong health and safety culture across the site
• Ensure operatives and subcontractors follow site rules, safe systems of work and company procedures
• Assist with toolbox talks, daily briefings and site inductions where required
• Identify potential hazards and raise concerns with site management
• Ensure appropriate PPE is worn and work areas are maintained in a safe and tidy condition
• Help drive daily and weekly site targets in line with the construction programme
• Monitor labour productivity and ensure resources are being used effectively
• Coordinate trades to minimise downtime and avoid clashes between activities
• Communicate labour, material or access requirements to the Site Manager in advance
• Support the site team in resolving practical construction issues as they arise

What you'll bring

• Previous experience as a Working Foreman, Foreman, Chargehand or experienced senior tradesperson within building or civil engineering
• A strong practical understanding of construction methods and site operations
• Ability to read and work from construction drawings and specifications
• Experience supervising trades, labour and subcontractors on active construction sites
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements and safe working practices
• Good organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise daily site activities
• Confident communication skills and the ability to give clear direction to site teams
• A hands-on approach and willingness to work alongside the team when required
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality workmanship
• Relevant trade qualification and current site safety certification would be advantageous

Our client is a Building & Civil Engineering Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality projects safely and efficiently. This is an opportunity to join an experienced site team, take real responsibility for day-to-day operations and play an important role in delivering successful projects from the ground up.