General Foreman - Dublin

Dublin 13, County Dublin, Ireland
€70000 p.a.
Site Management
Posted 1 day ago
General Foreperson
Landmark Residential Development
West Dublin
€70,000 + 10% Bonus + Pension + Family Healthcare


The Company

Our client is one of Ireland’s leading residential developers, known for delivering high-quality, sustainable communities that redefine modern living.

Operating across the Greater Dublin Area, they have built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and community-driven design. Their projects blend sustainable housing, modern infrastructure, and social amenities, creating thriving places to live and work.

Their flagship €300m West Dublin development is one of the largest residential and mixed-use projects currently under construction in Ireland. The scheme includes timber frame homes, duplexes, apartments, retail spaces, and a new school, setting new standards for sustainable and community-focused urban design.


The Role – General Foreperson

As General Foreperson, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, overseeing teams, trades, and subcontractors to ensure efficient and safe delivery of all works.

You’ll play a key leadership role, working closely with the Project Management and Engineering teams, and will be responsible for all lifting and logistics coordination on a fast-paced, multi-phase development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily site activities on a large-scale mixed-use development.

  • Manage and plan lifting operations, site logistics, and plant movement to ensure efficiency and safety.

  • Review and interpret construction drawings, identifying and resolving issues early.

  • Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and direct labour to meet programme milestones.

  • Monitor and maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and quality.

  • Conduct daily coordination and whiteboard meetings to maintain progress and communication.

  • Lead by example on professionalism, teamwork, and site safety culture.

  • Support the handover process and work closely with finishing and quality teams.

  • Mentor junior site staff and contribute to the development of future site leaders.


About You
  • Minimum 6 years’ experience in a General Foreperson or similar supervisory role.

  • Proven record on large-scale residential or mixed-use projects.

  • Strong background in lifting operations and logistics management.

  • Experience in timber frame construction desirable.

  • Trade qualification or construction management education preferred.

  • Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

  • Strong focus on safety, quality, and on-site coordination.


What’s on Offer
  • Salary: €70,000 (depending on experience)

  • Bonus: 10% performance-related

  • Benefits:

    • Company Pension Scheme

    • Comprehensive Family Healthcare

    • 27 Days Annual Leave

    • Education Support & CPD Opportunities

  • Career Growth: Structured development and progression with one of Ireland’s top developers.

  • Work-Life Balance: Supportive and stable environment focused on long-term success.


Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to take a leadership role on a €300m flagship development in West Dublin, working with one of Ireland’s most respected and forward-thinking residential developers.

You’ll be part of a project that will shape the landscape of Dublin’s housing market for years to come while enjoying real career progression, stability, and a benefits package that values you and your family.


How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Send your CV to philip@breaghrecruitment.com or call us on 01 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.


Why Breagh Recruitment?

At Breagh Recruitment, we’re trusted specialists in construction and engineering recruitment across Ireland and the UK. We pride ourselves on a straightforward, personal approach, built on flexibility, hard work, and common sense.

We recruit across key site and management roles, including:

  • General Forepersons

  • Project Managers

  • Construction Managers

  • Site Engineers

  • Quantity Surveyors

  • Health & Safety Managers

  • Finishing Foremen

  • Site Agents

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