Finishes Manager

Summary

Caddick Construction is a family‑owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Finishes Manager to join our team to deliver a high‑rise residential project in Birmingham city centre.

At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a complex, high‑quality residential scheme.

• Understand and comply with the Company’s Management Systems and Policies for Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental.
• Take responsibility for the management and delivery of all internal and external finishes packages for the duration of the contract period.
• Be responsible and accountable for health and safety within the finishing phases of the works, providing leadership to subcontractors and the wider site team.
• Take responsibility for the finishes programme, ensuring works are delivered in line with the overall construction programme and key handover milestones.
• Develop, manage and implement short‑term and target programmes for finishing trades, ensuring coordination and sequencing is maintained.
• Identify, manage and mitigate risks associated with finishing works, quality standards and programme constraints.
• Work closely with the Site Manager, Design Manager and Project Quantity Surveyor to coordinate design information, procurement and delivery of finishes packages.
• Hold regular meetings with finishing subcontractors to review Health & Safety, Quality, Programme and Environmental performance.
• Ensure quality inspections are completed, snagging is effectively managed and all works meet specification, drawings and employer’s requirements.
• Drive a right‑first‑time approach to reduce rework and support timely project completion.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of mock‑ups, sample approvals and benchmark quality standards.
• Liaise closely with the Aftercare Manager to ensure high‑quality handover and minimal defects at completion.
• Attend client, design team and internal progress meetings and present reports as required.
• Support compliance with the Quality Management System and action any findings or improvement actions.
• Co‑operate with the Environmental Manager to ensure finishing works comply with the Environmental Management System.
• Attend training courses as requested by the SHEQ/HR Departments.
• Co‑operate with the SHEQ/HR Departments to support training and development of site personnel.
• Work collaboratively with the Supply Chain Manager and provide regular feedback on subcontractor performance.

• Strong technical knowledge of construction finishing trades, quality standards and sequencing.
• Proven experience managing finishes on high‑rise residential or complex multi‑unit developments.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice within finishing phases.
• Experience managing subcontractors, quality inspections, snagging and handover processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and coordinate design information.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple work fronts.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• CSCS Card.
• SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely.
• First Aid Certificate (desirable).

• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong leadership presence with a proactive and solutions‑focused mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality delivery.
• Well organised, adaptable and able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Client and customer focused, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long‑term partnerships, making Caddick…