Job Title: Freelance Finishing Manager

Location: Newcastle
Day Rate: Based on Experience
Job Type: Freelance, Ongoing

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finishing Manager to oversee the final stages of construction and handover of a high-rise private accommodation project in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading development company and play a key role in delivering a high-quality finish, ensuring all units meet programme deadlines and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all finishing and snagging operations across assigned areas of the project, ensuring works are completed to programme and specification.

• Coordinate subcontractors and trades involved in second fix, final fix, and finishing works.

• Drive quality standards across internal finishes, ensuring defects are identified, recorded, and rectified efficiently.

• Oversee snagging, de-snagging, and preparation for client inspections and handover.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations during finishing phases.

• Monitor progress against programme and resolve finishing-stage issues to avoid delays.

• Liaise with site management, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure smooth completion and handover.

• Maintain accurate snagging lists, site records, and completion documentation.

• Support customer care and aftercare processes where required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Finishing Manager, Finishing Foreman, or similar role on high-rise residential or private accommodation projects.

• Strong eye for detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality finishes.

• Excellent knowledge of finishing trades, snagging processes, and handover procedures.

• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple trades and work effectively under programme pressure.

• CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid certifications desirable.