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Finishing Foreman

Job details
Posting date: 26 February 2026
Salary: £20 to £23 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 12 March 2026
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 1GH
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Fawkes & Reece
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: Finishing Foreman_1772106262

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Summary

Job Title: Finishing Foreman
Location: Oldham
Project Type: New Build Housing Development
Start Date: March 2026
Contract Type: Freelance

We are seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to join a new build residential housing project in Oldham, starting in March. This is a freelance position suited to a proactive, detail-driven individual with a strong background in delivering high-quality housing developments through to completion.

You will play a key role in ensuring all plots are completed to the highest standard, ready for client handover, while maintaining health and safety compliance and programme deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all finishing trades on site to ensure quality workmanship and timely completion

  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors during the final stages of build

  • Carry out snagging inspections and ensure defects are rectified promptly

  • Liaise with Site Manager and Project Manager to maintain programme targets

  • Ensure plots meet NHBC / building control standards prior to handover

  • Maintain high standards of health & safety across site operations

  • Organise and manage materials required for finishing works

  • Support customer care and handover processes where required

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman on new build housing projects

  • Strong knowledge of residential construction processes and finishing standards

  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications

  • Excellent eye for detail and quality control

  • Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification

  • CSCS card (essential)

  • First Aid qualification (preferred)

  • Strong leadership and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently in a freelance capacity

If you are an experienced Finishing Foreman available from March and looking for your next freelance opportunity in Oldham, we would like to hear from you.

To apply: Please submit your CV and availability details.

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