Carpenter - Trainee Supervisor

  • Fawkes and Reece (West) Limited
  • City, Birmingham
  • 31/03/2026
Full time Construction Project Manager Site Manager Management Carpenter

Job Description

Fawkes & Reece are working with a prestige Tier 1 main contractor that delivers large-scale residential developments, including purpose-built student accommodation and retirement living apartments.
Their projects are typically high-rise RC frame developments, and due to continued growth they are looking to recruit an experienced Carpenter or Joiner who wants to progress into a Site Finishing Supervisor role specialising in passive fire snagging and finishing works.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone from a carpentry background who wants to move into site supervision while developing specialist skills in passive fire protection.

This is a temporary to permanent role


The Role
You will work alongside the site management and aftercare teams, supporting finishing, snagging and fire-related carpentry works across major residential developments.
Projects are located across Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester, with travel and accommodation covered when working away from home.

Key Responsibilities
• Supervise carpentry operatives completing finishing and remedial works
• Coordinate and manage snagging activities on site
• Inspect works to ensure high quality standards
• Support and inspect passive fire carpentry elements
• Work closely with Site Managers and Project Managers
• Ensure works meet Health & Safety and building regulations

Passive Fire Scope
• Fire doors, frames and ironmongery
• Fire-rated partitions and ceilings
• Fire stopping around carpentry penetrations
• Maintaining building fire compartmentation

What We re Looking For
• Qualified Carpenter / Joiner
• Experience working on construction sites
• Ideally experience on large residential or RC frame projects
• Strong attention to detail
• Someone looking to progress into supervision
• CSCS Card (SSSTS desirable)

What s on Offer
• Rate of Pay £17.00 - £19.00 per hour
• Clear progression into Site Finishing Supervisor
• Training in passive fire protection
• Travel and accommodation paid
• Long-term work with a forward-thinking contractor

Apply Now
If you are a carpenter looking to progress your career into site supervision, we would like to hear from you. Please send your CV to Hazel Baron, through the website.