Finishing Manager

O'Neill & Brennan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

O’Neill and Brennan currently seeks a freelance Finishing Manager to lead finishing works on a 50+ studio student accommodation project in Brixton, South London.

Start Monday 24th August 2026 with a 4–5 week initial contract and potential to move onto another project. You will coordinate trades, oversee internal finishes, snagging and handover to ensure high standards and on-schedule completion.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finishing works across 50+ studio apartments.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to keep works to programme.
• Oversee internal finishes, snagging and final completion.
• Monitor quality and ensure standards are met.
• Maintain records of progress and outstanding works.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are followed.

Skills

Finishing management

Site coordination

Quality control

Job description

Finishing Manager

Freelance

Location: Brixton, South London
Rate: Competitive / DOE
Start: Monday 24th August 2026

The Opportunity

We are working with an established main contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Finishing Manager to join a modern student accommodation project in Brixton.

The project comprises 50+ studio apartments, with the successful candidate responsible for overseeing the finishing stages of the development and ensuring the apartments and communal areas are completed to a high standard and in line with programme.

This is a short-term opportunity for an experienced Finishing Manager who is available to start on Monday 24th August, with the potential to move onto another project following successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day finishing works across 50+ student accommodation studio apartments.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to ensure works are completed to programme.
• Oversee internal finishes, snagging, making good and final completion works.
• Monitor quality and ensure works are completed to the required standards.
• Coordinate multiple trades and manage sequencing to maintain progress.
• Identify and resolve defects and outstanding works efficiently.
• Carry out regular inspections and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Manager to ensure programme milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate and manage the snagging and handover process.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and outstanding works.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with relevant Health & Safety requirements.

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience working as a Finishing Manager on student accommodation, hotel or similar projects, with a strong understanding of internal finishes and the final stages of construction.

You will have:

• Proven experience managing finishing stages on construction projects.
• Experience working on apartments, student accommodation or similar residential developments.
• Strong knowledge of internal finishes and snagging.
• Excellent subcontractor and trade management skills.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A keen eye for quality and attention to detail.
• The ability to work to tight programmes and deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and project delivery.

Qualifications

Essential

• CSCS Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid

What's on Offer

• Competitive freelance day rate, DOE.
• Start Monday 24th August 2026.
• 4–5 week initial contract.
• Potential to move onto another project following successful completion.
• Opportunity to work on a modern student accommodation development.
• Immediate opportunity with an established contractor.

Apply Now

For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact:

Zach Grandy-Smith
07760 125376
[e-mail]

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation