Finishes Manager - Birmingham

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. What You’ll Do

• 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.

What We’re Looking ForSkills and Experience

• 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).

Personal Attributes

• 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.

Why Join Caddick Group?Competitive Compensation And Benefits We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career. Career Growth As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression. A People-Centred Approach We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career. Equal Opportunity Employer Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status. Caddick Group BenefitsHealth and Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our colleagues' health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for you and your family on a wide range of issues. We also promote cancer awareness through PSA (Prostate-specific Antigen) testing and host breast cancer awareness sessions. Birthday Day Off Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday! Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme You can purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday and spread the cost throughout the year. We believe it’s important to take time away from work for your wellbeing. Caddick Hub Our exclusive colleague discount programme helps you save money on everything from groceries and holidays to new technology and cinema trips. Enhanced Family Friendly Leave We offer enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave to support you in balancing work and family life. Ride To Work Scheme Take advantage of tax and national insurance savings of up to 47% and spread the cost of a new cycle and accessories over 12 months. Pension Caddick Group contributes 5% to your pension to support your long-term financial wellbeing. Continuous Professional Development We’re passionate about your growth. You’ll have access to learning and development opportunities to advance your skills and career. Private Healthcare & Medicash We offer a private healthcare scheme (treated as a benefit in kind) that covers you, your spouse, and children up to age 21. Life Assurance Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death-in-service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.