Finishing Manager - High-End Residential
Location: West London
Project Type: One-Off, Ultra-Prime Residential
My client is seeking an experienced and highly detail-focused Finishing Manager to join our project delivery team on a very high-end, one-off residential development in West London. it is vauedbat £7.5m and comporsies of two townhosues This is a unique opportunity to work on an ultra-prime property, delivering bespoke finishes to the highest possible standard.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience managing finishing packages on complex, high-value private residential projects, with an obsessive eye for detail and the ability to manage specialist subcontractors, direct labour, and client expectations alike.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all finishing works on-site, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship, materials, and detailing.
- Work closely with the Project Manager, Design Team, and Specialist Subcontractors to coordinate and sequence works effectively.
- Review drawings and specifications to ensure works are carried out in strict accordance with the design intent.
- Maintain a rigorous snagging and de-snagging process using appropriate tools and software.
- Coordinate and manage high-end specialist trades, including joinery, stonework, decorative plaster, bespoke metalwork, specialist wall finishes, and custom fittings.
- Manage quality control and ensure that all finishes meet the exacting standards expected on ultra-prime residential projects.
- Liaise with the client, client representatives, and consultants as required, maintaining a professional and proactive approach.
- Produce and manage short-term programmes for finishing works, ensuring alignment with overall project milestones.
- Report progress, quality issues, and programme risks to the Project Manager regularly.
Candidate Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Finishing Manager (or similar) on high-end, one-off residential projects in London or equivalent prime markets.
- No high-rise or volume residential experience - this role requires a bespoke, ultra-luxury background.
- Exceptional attention to detail with a passion for quality finishes and precision.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple specialist trades simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to interface effectively with clients and consultants.
- Solid knowledge of construction processes, finishing materials, and installation techniques relevant to high-end residential.
- Experience managing complex snagging and handover processes.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines without compromising quality.