Working Foreman / Lead Carpenter - Residential Construction
Location: Dublin
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: €60,000-€80,000 per year, depending on experience
About BuildTech
BuildTech is a Dublin-based Design & Build contractor specialising in high-quality residential extensions, renovations, one-off homes and deep retrofit projects.
We manage projects from planning through to handover, with a strong focus on workmanship, organisation, clear communication and professional site delivery.
As our construction team continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Working Foreman / Lead Carpenter to take day-to-day ownership of live residential projects and lead site delivery to a high standard.
About the Role
This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced residential Working Foreman or Lead Carpenter with proven responsibility for coordinating trades, planning works, managing materials and delivering live projects.
You will normally take day-to-day responsibility for one primary project, with support from the Construction Manager and wider internal team.
This is not a labouring position or a pure management role. You will lead by example on the tools while taking ownership of site planning, coordination, quality, safety and progress.
Our projects are detail-focused and often involve working in or around clients' homes. A professional attitude, clear communication and strong attention to detail are essential.
Key ResponsibilitiesSite Coordination & Delivery
- Oversee the day-to-day running of residential construction projects.
- Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, deliveries and site logistics.
- Plan works ahead and manage the sequence of trades to protect the programme.
- Ensure labour, materials, access and site information are in place before works are due to start.
- Identify issues, delays and constraints early, and work with the Construction Manager to resolve them.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality control, snagging, health and safety, and housekeeping.
- Carry out regular site safety checks and ensure works follow RAMS and site procedures.
- Act as the main on-site point of contact for the BuildTech team, subcontractors and clients where required.
Planning, Communication & Reporting
- Liaise closely with the Construction Manager, Project Managers and office team.
- Attend weekly planning and coordination meetings.
- Read and work from drawings, specifications and construction details.
- Maintain clear daily site records using Buildertrend and other digital tools, including photos, labour, completed works, delays, material requirements and next steps.
- Communicate professionally with clients and colleagues, keeping the right people informed as works progress.
Carpentry & Hands-On Works
You must be confident carrying out and overseeing:
- Flat roofs and roof structures.
- First-fix and second-fix carpentry.
- Timber framing, studwork and plasterboarding.
- Hanging doors, skirting, architraves and ironmongery.
- Flooring, kitchens and general residential finishing works.
- Snagging, remedial works and high-quality handover standards.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 7 years' post-apprenticeship experience in residential carpentry or construction.
- At least 2 years' experience leading residential sites or coordinating multi-trade teams.
- Proven experience on residential extensions, renovations, refurbishments or retrofit projects.
- Strong carpentry capability across first fix, second fix and finishing works.
- A practical understanding of residential construction sequencing, materials, procurement and programme delivery.
- Able to take ownership, make sound day-to-day decisions and escalate issues early when required.
- Confident reading drawings and resolving practical site issues.
- Comfortable using a smartphone, email and construction-management apps for daily reporting. Buildertrend experience is an advantage.
- Full, clean driving licence required.
- Current Safe Pass and Manual Handling required.
- Working at Heights, Abrasive Wheels and First Aid certification are advantageous.
- Strong recent references and a stable employment history.
What We Offer
- €60,000-€80,000 salary depending on experience.
- Company van, phone and tablet.
- Company pension.
- Long-term pipeline of high-quality residential projects across Dublin.
- Supportive management structure and clear communication between site and office teams.
- Opportunity to progress into senior site leadership roles as the company grows.
- Company social events and team outings throughout the year.
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV and include a brief example of a residential project you have led. Outline the types of trades coordinated, your responsibility for programme and materials, and the proportion of your time spent on the tools versus managing the site.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €60,000.00-€80,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Have you previously been responsible for running a construction site (including subcontractors, programme, and delivery)?
If yes, briefly describe:
Type of project
Duration
Number of trades / people managed
Your level of responsibility
- On a typical day, what percentage of your time would you expect to spend managing the site versus working on the tools?
Education:
- Advanced/Higher Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- relevant professional: 10 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full Drivers Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
