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: * Hands-on delivery of finishing works including joinery, snagging, minor repairs, fitting, and detailing. * Supervision of finishing trades (carpenters, decorators, M&E final fix, etc.). * Direct involvement with the installation of fixtures, fittings, doors, skirtings, ceilings, and partitions. * Ensuring the quality of workmanship meets client and spec requirements. * Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure timely and efficient workflow. * Proactive management of snag lists and overseeing rectification works. * Supporting health & safety compliance across finishing activities. * Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of work areas to support a professional finish. Requirements: * Valid CSCS card. * SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – Essential. * First Aid – preferred. * Strong joinery/finishing background with tools and a practical, hands-on approach. * Experience in commercial office fit-outs, ideally within live or sensitive infrastructure environments. * Ability to read drawings, understand technical specs, and push work to completion. * Reliable, proactive and able to manage both self and others efficiently. What’s On Offer: * £240–£260 per day (depending on experience). * Up to £65 per night accommodation allowance if lodging required. * Ongoing contract through to the end of 2025 with consistent, steady work. * Work with a respected national main contractor on a secure, long-term infrastructure framework. Apply Now 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. WeAreFootprint Construction Recruitment Foreman FinishingForeman