Snagging / Finishing Foreman

Snagging / Finishing Foreman – Commercial Fit-Out

Location: Ireland (Multi-site / Project Based)

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Snagging / Finishing Foreman to oversee the final stages of high-quality commercial fit-out and interior projects.

Working closely with the Site or Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the finishing phase on site, ensuring all works are completed to a high standard and handed over with minimal defects. The role involves coordinating multiple subcontractors, including M&E trades, maintaining programme deadlines and ensuring all work meets client and quality expectations.

This is a key site-based supervisory role requiring strong attention to detail, confident leadership and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced project environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the snagging and finishing stages of commercial fit-out projects
• Drive works to completion in line with project programmes and agreed handover dates
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to ensure proper sequencing and quality delivery
• Identify, monitor and close out snags using QA and snagging management systems
• Work closely with M&E contractors to ensure smooth integration with building works, including:
• Builders’ works requirements
• Containment routes
• Ceiling and service interfaces
• Support for commissioning activities
• Review drawings and specifications to highlight any coordination or design issues
• Implement short-term planning and maintain accurate site documentation including:
• Site diary
• Labour records
• Delivery logs
• Progress reporting
• Ensure full compliance with Irish Health & Safety regulations, including RAMS, permits and inductions
• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised site environment
• Assist with client inspections, practical completion and final project handover
• Promote high standards of productivity, workmanship and professionalism across all trades

Candidate RequirementsExperience

• Approximately 10 years’ experience in site supervision or management (or equivalent)
• Strong background in commercial fit-out and interior construction projects
• Proven experience delivering fast-track programmes involving multiple trades

Health & Safety

• Valid Safe Pass
• Valid Manual Handling certification
• Good understanding of Irish Health & Safety regulations and site implementation

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong knowledge of fit-out sequencing and trade interfaces including:
• Partitions
• Ceilings
• Internal finishes
• Doors
• Fire stopping
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and MS Project

M&E Coordination

• Experience coordinating mechanical and electrical trades within fit-out environments
• Understanding of builders’ works requirements, containment routes, ceiling interfaces and commissioning stages

Leadership

• Confident managing subcontractors and site teams
• Clear communication skills with both site personnel and clients
• Decisive and proactive with a strong presence on site

Planning & Reporting

• Experience with short-interval planning and weekly look-ahead programmes
• Accurate record-keeping including site diaries, labour returns and delivery tracking

Quality & Finishing

• Strong eye for detail and finishing quality
• Track record of delivering projects with minimal or no defects at handover

Right to Work & Mobility

• Legal right to work in Ireland
• Full, clean driving licence
• Willingness to travel between project locations as required

Desirable ExperienceCertifications

• SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely
• Occupational First Aid / First Aid Responder
• Additional tickets such as MEWP, Working at Height or Abrasive Wheels

Fit-Out Project Experience

• Experience working in live or occupied environments
• Delivery of high-end finishes or bespoke interior packages
• Familiarity with digital QA and snagging software

Commercial Awareness

• Experience assisting with cost control and variation management
• Strong planning ability for site logistics and trade sequencing

Client Interaction

• Comfortable liaising with clients, consultants and design teams
• Professional and solutions-focused communication style

Trade Background

• Background in carpentry, joinery or a related finishing trade would be advantageous

Local Market Knowledge

• Experience working under Irish construction contracts and administrative processes
• Familiarity with the local subcontractor and supplier market

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €60,000.00-€70,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• How many years have you worked as a Snagging/Finishing Foreman?

☐ 5–7
☐ 7–10
☐ 10+

• Confirm your last three Snagging projects:

Project 1 – Value / Duration / Your Role
Project 2 – Value / Duration / Your Role
Project 3 – Value / Duration / Your Role
(Short line fields only – no long description)

• Do you hold a valid Safe Pass?

☐ Yes
☐ No

• Do you hold valid Manual Handling certification?

☐ Yes
☐ No

• What is your trade background?

☐ Carpentry / Joinery
☐ Other Trade
☐ No trade background

• Are you legally entitled to work in Ireland?

☐ Yes
☐ No

• Do you hold a full driving licence?

☐ Yes
☐ No

Work Location: In person