Finishing Foreman - Cork

Clancy is one of Ireland's leading Construction companies. Originating in Tipperary and now with significant operations across Ireland, we are proud of our reputation for dedicated attention to detail and the quality of our work.

We strive to infuse every aspect of our business with a focused commitment to living by our Core Values.

Our colleagues are the foundation of our continued growth. We invest heavily in our people and have a philosophy of continuous professional development. This investment has produced a highly professional, innovative and passionate team that deliver projects for our clients safely, efficiently and to the highest standards in the industry.

We are a preferred provider in growth segments such as residential, commercial, mix use and controlled environments (including pharmaceutical and healthcare).

Our culture is innovative, collaborative, performance focused and built on partnership, with safety at the forefront of everything that we do.

Come join us.

Clancy Construction is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to work with us in Cork.

Location

This is a Site based role in the Cork area.

Reporting to 

The Site Manager.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Ensure Safety is managed and promoted above all other Core Values.


• Responsible for overseeing and coordinating all finishing trades on site to ensure high-quality completion on time, within budget, and to the required standards.  Coordinate sequencing of trades to avoid clashes and inefficiencies.

• Manage weekly and daily site activities related to finishing stages including the generation of look ahead schedules and communicating the plan to all involved.


• Maintain high standards of workmanship across all finishing elements while ensuring a documented handover protocol between trades.


• Liaise with QS Department regarding preferred sub-contractors and timing of key appointments in line with programme and deliverables.


• Ensure work is carried out in line with drawings, specifications, and programme.


• Encourage benchmarks where necessary to remove ambiguity


• Conduct regular inspections and snag lists for action and close out.


• Ensure all defects are identified, recorded, and resolved promptly.


• Ensure all Operatives comply with our 5-point PPE policy at all times.


• Play an integral part in achieving project milestones and handover deadlines.


• Monitor progress and report accurate status/ delays to management.


• Liaise with subcontractors, site management, and design teams as appropriate.


• Attend site meetings and provide updates on finishing progress.


• Coordinate with internal QA/QC teams and subcontractors on a regular basis resolving potential issues in advance and closing out observations in a timely manner.


• Maintain accurate site records, snag lists, and close out/completion reports.


• Achieve a 'right first time' philosophy throughout the project life cycle.


• Ensure all relevant documentation is completed for handover.

Qualifications/Experience:

• 10 years’ experience with a Main or Specialist Finishing Contractor in delivering sizeable residential projects from Frame to Finish.


• Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the unique requirements entailed in the finishing works of Class A Residential buildings


• Proactive and engaging manner with a tenacious bias toward excellence


• Team player with ability to build effective relationships at all levels - making the project and its outcome better, because of their input


• Demonstrated knowledge of Safety management and quality management.


• Strong ability to lead by example and mentor junior Colleagues from the outset.


• Keen eye for detail, with the confidence and experience to identify potential issues before they emerge.


• Computer literate and familiar with MS office.

• English proficiency is required – spoken and written.

Equal Opportunities

Clancy is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals are selected on the basis of their abilities and merits to perform the tasks required. Our policy is to be fair and consistent in all aspects of our business. We recognise, respect and value differences in diversity. 

We are committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.

Vacancies are addressed by our Recruitment Team.  We do not require Agency support at this time.