Finishing Manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long term freelance contract

Strong project pipeline

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking an experienced Finishing Manager to join a PLC developer on a busy residential project in Sussex. This freelance position supports the Site Manager and Project Manager, taking plots from 1st fix to completion.

The ideal candidate will oversee multiple trades, uphold H&S standards, and drive snagging and quality control on site for a long-term pipeline of work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an Assistant Site Manager with a developer.
• Strong knowledge of the build process from 1st fix to handover.
• Proven ability to manage multiple trades on a fast paced site.
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS and 1st Aid.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing plots from 1st fix through to completion.
• Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations on site.
• Coordinating trades and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered on time and to standard.
• Ensuring H&S compliance across the site.
• Maintaining quality control and ensuring snagging is dealt with efficiently.

Skills

Site management

Build process knowledge

Trade coordination

Health & safety

Tools

CSCS

SMSTS

First Aid

Job description

Reference: Finishing MAnager_1792158587
Posted: October 16, 2026

We are currently looking for an experienced Finishing Manager to join a PLC developer on a busy residential development in Sussex. This is a freelance position with the potential for a permanant position. The Finishing Manager will be supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager on site and taking plots from 1st fix to completion.

Responsibilities for Assistant Site Manager:

• Overseeing plots from 1st fix through to completion
• Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations on site
• Coordinating trades and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered on time and to standard
• Ensuring H&S compliance across the site
• Maintaining quality control and ensuring snagging is dealt with efficiently

Requirements for Assistant Site Manager

• Previous experience working as an Assistant Site Manager with a developer
• Strong knowledge of the build process from 1st fix to handover
• Proven ability to manage multiple trades on a fast paced site
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS and 1st Aid

What's on Offer

• Long term freelance contract with a day rate of £230 - £260
• Opportunity to work with a respected PLC
• Long term project with strong pipeline of work