Finishing Foreman – €60m Luxury Hotel Refurbishment & Fit Out

Job title: Finishing Foreman – €60m Luxury Hotel Refurbishment & Fit Out
Location: Co Clare
Company: Irish Main Contractor
Package: €70,000 to €75,000 DOE + vehicle, pension and benefits

The Company

This reputable Irish main contractor delivers high-quality construction projects across the hospitality, commercial, residential and refurbishment sectors, with particular experience in complex building projects and high-specification finishes.

The company is involved in a major €60 million five-star luxury hotel refurbishment and redevelopment in Co Clare, incorporating extensive refurbishment works, new guest accommodation, specialist fit out and upgrades to dining and hospitality facilities.

They are now seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to oversee the finishing stages of this significant hotel development in Co Clare.

The Role: Finishing Foreman

As Finishing Foreman, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the internal finishing trades on a €60 million luxury hotel refurbishment and redevelopment in Co Clare.

The project involves high-end hotel accommodation, luxury guest suites, restaurant and hospitality areas, alongside new accommodation, modular construction elements and associated refurbishment works.

Working closely with the Site Manager and Project Manager, you will oversee subcontractors, monitor quality standards and ensure all finishing works are completed in line with the construction programme.

Given the five-star nature of the development, particular attention will be required around quality finishes, detailed joinery, specialist materials and the successful handover of completed areas.

Must Have Requirements

• Must have 5+ years' experience as a Finishing Foreman, Finishing Manager or Foreman on Irish construction projects.
• Proven experience required in high-specification finishing works on hotel, commercial or high-end residential developments.
• Strong knowledge of internal fit out, finishing trades, quality control and snagging procedures.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and delivering works to demanding programme deadlines.
• Previous experience working with a main contractor in Ireland is required.

Preferred Experience

• Experience on luxury hotel refurbishment or five-star hospitality projects preferred.
• Knowledge of specialist joinery, stone finishes, tiling and high-end interior fit out beneficial.
• Experience managing finishing works within existing buildings or heritage properties.
• Familiarity with Procore, Field View, Dalux or similar construction management software.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all internal finishing trades across the hotel refurbishment and new accommodation areas.
• Oversee specialist subcontractors including joinery, plastering, painting, flooring, tiling and interior fit out.
• Ensure all finishing works meet the required five-star hotel quality standards.
• Monitor daily progress and maintain finishing activities in line with the construction programme.
• Coordinate with the Site Manager, engineers and building services teams to ensure areas are ready for finishing works.
• Carry out regular quality inspections and manage snagging and defects through to completion.
• Ensure protection of completed finishes, specialist materials and existing building features.
• Coordinate deliveries, materials and access requirements for finishing subcontractors.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout all finishing activities.
• Assist with final inspections, client walkthroughs and phased handover of completed areas.

About You

You will be an experienced Finishing Foreman with a strong background in high-quality construction and a proven ability to deliver detailed finishing works to a high standard.

Experience in luxury hotels, high-end apartments, commercial fit outs or similar projects would be particularly relevant.

You will have a good eye for detail, strong knowledge of finishing trades and the ability to coordinate subcontractors while maintaining quality and programme requirements.

A practical, hands-on approach is essential, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with the wider site management team.


What's on Offer
Salary: €70,000 to €75,000 DOE


Benefits:

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Pension
• Performance-related bonus
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to high-end hospitality construction
• Further project opportunities
• Support from an experienced site management team

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to work on a major €60 million luxury hotel refurbishment and redevelopment project in the West of Ireland.

The project offers a strong mix of high-end hotel refurbishment, specialist fit out and new accommodation, providing an experienced Finishing Foreman with the opportunity to deliver work where quality and attention to detail are particularly important.

For a Finishing Foreman based in Clare, Limerick, Galway or the surrounding region, this is a strong opportunity to work on a significant local project with an experienced Irish main contractor.

How to Apply

Call Cathal Canavan on 01 531 4345 or email cathal.canavan@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment?

Breagh Recruitment specialises in placing experienced Finishing Foremen, Finishing Managers, Site Managers and construction professionals with main contractors across Ireland.

We understand the demands of high-end hotel refurbishment and luxury fit out projects, particularly where detailed finishing works, specialist subcontractor coordination, quality control and programme delivery are essential.

If you're an experienced Finishing Foreman considering construction opportunities in Clare, Limerick, Galway or across the West of Ireland, contact us for a confidential discussion.

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