Finishing manager - Brighton

Fawkes & Reece Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract-based

Potential for contract extension

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking an experienced Freelance Finishing Manager for a Brighton-based construction project. This hands-on role focuses on high-quality finishes and a smooth handover to the client.

You will oversee painting, decorating, flooring, carpentry, and snagging, coordinating subcontractors to meet tight deadlines while upholding safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• Must have proven Finishing Manager experience on construction projects.
• Demonstrates strong eye for detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finishing trades including painting, decorating, flooring, carpentry, and snagging.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure timely completion.
• Carry out snagging inspections and resolve defects promptly.
• Maintain high standards of quality control across finishing works.
• Collaborate with Site Manager and Project Manager to meet deadlines.
• Ensure health & safety regulations are followed on site.
• Assist with final handover and client inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Pressure tolerance

SMSTS/SSSTS preferred

Job description

Freelance Finishing Manager - Construction

Location: Brighton

We are currently seeking an experienced

Freelance Finishing Manager to support the final stages of a construction project. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering high-quality finishes and ensuring a smooth handover to the client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all finishing trades including painting, decorating, flooring, carpentry, and snagging
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors to ensure timely completion
• Carry out detailed snagging inspections and ensure defects are resolved promptly
• Maintain high standards of quality control across all finishing works
• Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Manager to meet deadlines
• Ensure health & safety regulations are followed on site
• Assist with final handover and client inspections

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Finishing Manager on construction projects
• Strong eye for detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• SMSTS or SSSTS preferred

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on a fast-paced, high-quality project
• Potential for contract extension