Finishing Manager

EA Associates; Swanley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Finishing Manager for a 3-month contract in Swanley, UK. The successful candidate will oversee internal and external works on a care home project, ensuring quality and compliance with regulations. Key responsibilities include managing subcontractors, conducting quality inspections, and coordinating tasks to meet project timelines. The ideal candidate should possess proven experience in construction finishing and strong leadership skills. The role requires a CSCS card and knowledge of care sector standards, offering an opportunity for impactful contributions in a high-spec environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finishing management or a similar role within construction.
• Experience with care homes or similar complex projects is preferred.
• Strong regulatory knowledge in the construction sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage finishing trades ensuring compliance with regulations and client expectations.
• Oversee thorough quality inspections and rectify any issues prior to handover.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to maintain progress in alignment with timelines.

Skills

Quality standards understanding

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

CSCS card

Job description

Our client, an award winning main contractor, are looking for a finishing manager for a 3 month contract in Swanley. As Finishing Manager, you will oversee all internal and external finishing works on a new care home development. You will drive quality, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure every detail—from joinery and decoration to M&E final fixes and snagging—is completed to the highest standards. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong leadership, and a thorough understanding of compliance and care-sector requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all finishing trades, including joinery, decoration, flooring, tiling, M&E final fix, fixtures & fittings, and external works.
• Oversee room-by-room completion, ensuring finished areas meet care-sector standards, building regulations, and client expectations.
• Lead snagging and de-snagging processes; produce snag lists, supervise rectification works, and track progress to completion.
• Maintain a strict focus on quality, health & safety, fire stopping, acoustics, and infection‑control-friendly finishes.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Manager to align finishing progress with overall programme timelines.
• Coordinate daily tasks with subcontractors, ensuring adequate labour and resources on‑site.
• Conduct regular quality inspections and proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact programme or handover.
• Ensure all documentation, room data sheets, O&M requirements and installation records are completed accurately.
• Liaise with clients, care providers, and consultants during inspections, demonstrating completed works professionally.
• Support the seamless final commissioning and handover process of the care home.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Finishing Manager, Finishing Foreman, Site Manager, or similar within construction.
• Experience working on care homes, residential developments, hospitals, or similar high‑spec, multi‑room projects is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of finishing trades, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, coordination and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe and well‑organised site.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional workmanship and client satisfaction.
• CSCS card required; SMSTS / SSSTS preferred.