Finishing Manager

Salary: £250 - £300/day
Title: Finishing Manager

My client is seeking an experienced and highly detail-focused Finishing Manager to join our project delivery team on a very high-end, one-off residential development in West London. it is valued at £7.5m and companies of two town houses This is a unique opportunity to work on an ultra-prime property, delivering bespoke finishes to the highest possible standard.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finishing works on-site, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship, materials, and detailing.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Design Team, and Specialist Subcontractors to coordinate and sequence works effectively.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure works are carried out in strict accordance with the design intent.
• Maintain a rigorous snagging and de-snagging process using appropriate tools and software.
• Coordinate and manage high-end specialist trades, including joinery, stonework, decorative plaster, bespoke metalwork, specialist wall finishes, and custom fittings.
• Manage quality control and ensure that all finishes meet the exacting standards expected on ultra-prime residential projects.
• Liaise with the client, client representatives, and consultants as required, maintaining a professional and proactive approach.
• Produce and manage short-term programmes for finishing works, ensuring alignment with overall project milestones.
• Report progress, quality issues, and programme risks to the Project Manager regularly.

Company

High End - Residential

One off - Prime

Candidate

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience managing finishing packages on complex, high-value private residential projects, with an obsessive eye for detail and the ability to manage specialist subcontractors, direct labour, and client expectations alike.

Candidate requirements

• Proven experience as a Finishing Manager (or similar) on high-end, one-off residential projects in London or equivalent prime markets.
• No high-rise or volume residential experience - this role requires a bespoke, ultra-luxury background.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a passion for quality finishes and precision.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple specialist trades simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to interface effectively with clients and consultants.
• Solid knowledge of construction processes, finishing materials, and installation techniques relevant to high-end residential.
• Experience managing complex snagging and handover processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Give us a call on 02070027878 or drop an email to brian.macfarlane@cscrecruitment.co.uk and we can arrange a time that is good for you. If you decide after our conversation that you are happy where you are, then we absolutely understand.