Finishes Manager - Birmingham

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.

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.

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: We are committed to supporting our colleagues' health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for you and your family on a wide range of issues. We also promote cancer awareness through PSA (Prostate‑specific Antigen) testing and host breast cancer awareness sessions.
• Birthday Day Off: Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday!
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: You can purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday and spread the cost throughout the year. We believe it’s important to take time away from work for your wellbeing.
• Caddick Hub: Our exclusive colleague discount programme helps you save money on everything from groceries and holidays to new technology and cinema trips.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: We offer enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave to support you in balancing work and family life.
• Ride To Work Scheme: Take advantage of tax and national insurance savings of up to 47% and spread the cost of a new cycle and accessories over 12 months.
• Pension: Caddick Group contributes 5% to your pension to support your long‑term financial wellbeing.
• Continuous Professional Development: We’re passionate about your growth. You’ll have access to learning and development opportunities to advance your skills and career.
• Private Healthcare & Medicash: We offer a private healthcare scheme (treated as a benefit in kind) that covers you, your spouse, and children up to age 21.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death‑in‑service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.