Foreman x5

Working Foreman (Carpentry Bias)

The Company Our client is a well-established main contractor specialising in the delivery of high-end residential refurbishment and bespoke fit-out projects across Prime Central London. Their portfolio includes luxury houses, listed buildings, apartments, and complex refurbishment schemes valued from 500k to 2m+.

The Role Reporting to the Site Manager/Project Manager, the Working Foreman will play a key role in managing site operations while maintaining a hands‑on approach where required. The successful candidate will come from a strong carpentry background and possess extensive experience delivering high‑specification residential refurbishment projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordination of carpentry and finishing trades throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct quality inspections and manage snagging processes.
• Liaise with Site Managers, Project Managers, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Assist with material scheduling, deliveries, and logistics.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Working Foreman, Finishing Foreman, or Site Foreman.
• Trade‑qualified carpenter with a strong carpentry/joinery background.
• Strong understanding of luxury finishes and bespoke joinery installations.
• Experience working within occupied properties and client‑facing environments.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• SSSTS or SMSTS preferred.

Ideal Background

• Working Foreman
• Carpentry Foreman
• Finishing Foreman
• Site Foreman
• Lead Carpenter
• Assistant Site Manager (Carpentry Background)