Caddick Construction Limited
Finishes Manager - Birmingham
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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.
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What We’re Looking For
Skills 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.
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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 Benefits
Health and Wellbeing:
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions
Birthday Day Off
- A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday
Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
- Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Caddick Hub
- Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment
Enhanced Family Friendly Leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
Ride To Work Scheme
- Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories
Pension
- 5% employer pension contribution
Continuous Professional Development
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Private Healthcare & Medicash
- Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind)
Life Assurance
- Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70
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