Finishing Manager – On a sub-station in Carlisle CA6 Start Date: ASAP – 2–4 weeks' notice considered for the right candidate Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Working Pattern: 5 days per week, site-based Project Value: Circa £20 million We are currently recruiting for an experienced Finishing Manager to join a major industrial/commercial construction and fit-out project valued at approximately £20 million. Key Responsibilities * Manage and coordinate fit-out subcontractors on site. * Coordinate multiple trades within an industrial/commercial construction environment. * Maintain exceptionally high standards of health & safety. * Monitor quality and ensure works meet required standards ahead of client sign-off. * Manage the finishing programme and provide regular progress updates. * Report issues and progress directly to the Fit-Out Project Manager. * Act as a strong site presence supporting the Project Manager. * Work closely with the MEP Manager to coordinate fit-out and MEP activities. Fit-Out Scope The successful candidate will ideally have experience managing a range of finishing trades, including: * Raised access flooring * Joinery and door sets * 1st & 2nd fix joinery * Painting * Epoxy flooring * Vinyl flooring * Fire stopping * Builders work openings Substation installation experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Key Skills & Experience * Extensive experience managing fit-out subcontractors. * Strong background in industrial/commercial fit-out. * Ideally 20+ years' solid fit-out experience. * CSCS – essential * SMSTS – essential The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be an experienced Finishing Manager who can hit the ground running and take ownership of the programme, quality and H&S at site level. They will have extensive hands-on experience managing fit-out subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades within large-scale industrial or commercial projects. Strong practical experience is highly valued, with a preference for someone who has a proven track record of delivering complex fit-out works rather than relying solely on formal qualifications. If you are an experienced Finishing Manager with a strong commercial/industrial fit-out background and are available ASAP or within 2–4 weeks, please get in touch. Call James on (phone number removed)