Junior Foreman
Location: Various Project Sites, Finland (Rotational)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
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Crown is Europe's most trusted full building envelope contractor, delivering roofing, cladding and façade solutions across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. We partner with some of the world's leading technology, life sciences, critical infrastructure and advanced manufacturing companies, delivering complex building envelope projects on some of Europe's most prestigious construction developments.
As our operations continue to grow, we are looking for an ambitious Junior Foreman to join our site team on projects across Finland.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their construction career. Working alongside experienced Site Managers and Foremen, you will gain hands-on experience leading site activities while developing your supervisory and leadership skills within a specialist building envelope contractor.
Flights and accommodation are provided for this rotational role.
The Role
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will assist in the day-to-day supervision of roofing, cladding and façade installation works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
You will work closely with site teams, subcontractors and project management while developing the skills required to progress into a Foreman role.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with the day-to-day supervision of site activities.
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Support the planning and coordination of labour resources.
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Monitor site progress and report updates to the Site Manager.
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Ensure works are carried out safely and in accordance with company Health & Safety procedures.
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Promote a positive safety culture across the site.
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Assist with site inductions and ensure operatives are compliant with site requirements.
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Coordinate deliveries and ensure materials are available when required.
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Carry out quality inspections and report any defects or issues.
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Help maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries and delivery documentation.
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Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to support efficient project delivery.
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Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and company standards.
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Support the Site Manager with programme delivery and daily site coordination.
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Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.
Requirements
About You
We're looking for someone who is motivated, organised and eager to develop a long-term career in site management.
Essential
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Previous experience within construction, ideally roofing, cladding, façades or the building envelope sector.
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Experience leading small teams or supervising operatives on site would be advantageous.
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Good understanding of construction Health & Safety requirements.
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Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
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Strong organisational and communication skills.
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Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
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Full driving licence.
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Willingness to work on a rotational basis across projects in Finland.
Desirable
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Trade background within roofing, cladding or façades.
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Experience working on commercial, industrial or data centre projects.
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Safe Pass, Working at Height or equivalent site safety training.
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Microsoft Project knowledge.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
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Eager to learn and develop into a Foreman.
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A strong communicator with a proactive attitude.
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Organised and able to prioritise workloads.
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A team player who leads by example.
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Safety-focused with excellent attention to detail.
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Reliable, motivated and committed to delivering high-quality work.
Benefits
Why Join Crown?
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Opportunity to develop into a Foreman and Site Manager.
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Work on major hyperscale data centre and mission-critical projects.
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Structured career development and ongoing training.
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Rotational working pattern.
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Flights and accommodation provided.
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Work with one of Europe's leading building envelope contractors.
