Finishing Foreman
Job Title: Finishing Foreman – Carlisle (Office Refurb | National Grid Substation)
Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
Rate: £240–£260 per day (DOE)
Duration: Ongoing – until end of 2025
Expenses: Up to £65/night accommodation allowance if staying away
A leading national contractor is looking for a Finishing Foreman to join their team on a long-term infrastructure project in Carlisle. This role will focus on the internal office fit-out within a National Grid substation, requiring a hands-on, proactive individual who’s comfortable managing trades while still working on the tools.
Role Overview:
This is not a clipboard role — you’ll be expected to lead by example on-site. You’ll be working closely with site management and will take ownership of all internal finishing elements to ensure a clean, high-quality handover.
Key Responsibilities:
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Hands-on delivery of finishing works including joinery, snagging, minor repairs, fitting, and detailing.
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Supervision of finishing trades (carpenters, decorators, M&E final fix, etc.).
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Direct involvement with the installation of fixtures, fittings, doors, skirtings, ceilings, and partitions.
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Ensuring the quality of workmanship meets client and spec requirements.
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Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure timely and efficient workflow.
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Proactive management of snag lists and overseeing rectification works.
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Supporting health & safety compliance across finishing activities.
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Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of work areas to support a professional finish.
Requirements:
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Valid CSCS card.
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SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – Essential.
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First Aid – preferred.
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Strong joinery/finishing background with tools and a practical, hands-on approach.
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Experience in commercial office fit-outs, ideally within live or sensitive infrastructure environments.
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Ability to read drawings, understand technical specs, and push work to completion.
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Reliable, proactive and able to manage both self and others efficiently.
What’s On Offer:
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£240–£260 per day (depending on experience).
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Up to £65 per night accommodation allowance if lodging required.
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Ongoing contract through to the end of 2025 with consistent, steady work.
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Work with a respected national main contractor on a secure, long-term infrastructure framework.
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If you’re a Finishing Foreman who enjoys being hands-on and delivering high-spec work to tight deadlines, we’d love to hear from you.
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