Trainee Finishing Foreperson

At Glenveagh, we’re proud to build homes and support communities.

And we build strong teams that enable us to do that.

As one of Ireland’s Best Large Workplaces in 2025, and the first construction company in Ireland to be accredited with the Gold Investors in Diversity mark, we create a workplace where everyone feels supported, and able to grow their career. We’re looking for people who want to play their part in delivering homes to individuals and families, and all while availing of great benefits and the opportunity for long term career development.

We are looking for a trainee Finishing Foreperson for our residential project in Dunboyne.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Liaise and communicate closely with the design team, Site Manager and other stakeholders
• Coordinate the daily resourcing and control of site labour and ordering of materials, completing the online daily site diary and relevant weekly documentation in accordance with company policy
• Provide key point of contact for purchasers
• Liaise closely with Sales
• Coordinate snagging crews, overseeing effective completion of snag lists
• Carry out company compliance and administration procedures and recording performance and progress of site operations and subcontractors
• Effective planning of tasks and efficiently organising the plant and site facilities in order to meet deadlines
• Ensure works are carried out in compliance with building regulations, health and safety and environmental standards and to a high quality

• A keen interest in the construction industry
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Basic understanding of construction processes and techniques
• Relevant qualification or certification is a plus

Our Values

• Collaborative: Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Customer Focused: Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-first mindset
• Safety First: Committed to maintaining a safe and inclusive working environment
• Can-Do: Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a willingness to go the extra mile
• Innovative: Open to new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Competitive salary in one of Ireland’s fastest growing PLCs
• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your dependents
• Performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to our Digital Gym
• Paid volunteering days
• Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular compensation reviews
• Long term illness cover
• Peace of mind with life assurance
• Paid maternity leave, as well as paternity leave for fathers
• An exciting Wellbeing Programme with events and activities running throughout the year
• If you’re cycling, we’ve got you covered on the cycle- to- work scheme

Glenveagh is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all sections of the community. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please notify the Talent Acquisition team by contacting [email protected].

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