Fit Out Manager

Ardmore Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in North London is seeking an experienced Fit Out/Finishing Manager to oversee high-quality finishes in residential build projects. This role requires proven management experience along with knowledge of NHBC Standards and Building Regulations. With responsibilities from initial fit-out to final handover, the position offers competitive benefits including generous holiday allowance and medical cover.

Benefits

Competitive holiday allowance

Medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance

Professional membership fees paid

Staff referral scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing trades from 1st fix to handover in residential projects.
• Experience with Grade-listed buildings is desirable.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations including Part B.

Responsibilities

• Organise labour and materials to deliver fit-out programme.
• Resolve on-site issues promptly to keep the project on track.
• Manage subcontractor schedules and deliveries.

Skills

Experience overseeing residential build projects

Knowledge of NHBC Standards

Trade background

Ability to use 4 Projects and Field View

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management

SMSTS certification

Education

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management

Tools

4 Projects (EDMS)

Field View (QA)

Job description

Ardmore Group has delivered hundreds of major projects across London, including the Corinthia Hotel, the Old War Office restoration and the Greenwich Peninsula.

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds – every facility our great city needs, with passion, sensitivity and style.

Role

We are looking for an experienced Fit Out/Finishing Manager for a project based in North London. The role requires strong experience in high‑quality finishes and will also take on key responsibilities as a Finishing Manager to ensure exceptional delivery from structure through to final handover.

Main Responsibilities

• Follow the fit‑out sequence, organising labour and materials to deliver in accordance with the fit‑out programme.
• Resolve day‑to‑day issues on site in a timely, amicable and efficient manner to keep the programme on track, driving the labour force to work at maximum capacity while maintaining high quality.
• Manage subcontractor schedules, ensuring materials are delivered when and where needed.
• Guarantee that work is built in accordance with the latest specifications and construction issue drawings.
• Snag units daily and issue snag & QA sheets to the relevant subcontractor each day.
• Carry out quality assurance checks on works as they progress, ensuring correct spec, sufficient installation, tolerances, compliance, issuing corrective notices/non‑conformances for rectification.

We're Looking For

• Proven experience overseeing and managing relevant trades from 1st fix to handover in residential build projects.
• Knowledge of NHBC Standards and Building Regulations, including Part B.
• Trade background and experience in a similar position with a main contractor (ideal).
• Experience with Grade‑listed buildings is highly desirable.
• Ability to use 4 Projects (EDMS) and Field View (QA).
• NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent.
• SMSTS.

Company Benefits (Dependent on role level)

• Competitive maternity, adoption & paternity pay scheme.
• Medical cover (most pre‑existing conditions are covered).
• Competitive holiday allowance, starting with 25 + bank holidays and up to 30 days + bank holidays (dependent on length of service), day off on your birthday included.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Life assurance (paying 4× your salary).
• Relevant professional membership fees paid, continued support for professional growth and learning.
• Generous staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500.
• Opportunity to save up to 25 % on your bike via the Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Discounts on 100s of retailers and gyms.

Further Information About the Role

Kindly be aware that this advertisement may not encompass all duties, responsibilities or aspects of this role. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

For a full role profile, please contact us directly at [e-mail]

Equal Opportunities

Ardmore is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable Adjustments

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Project Management

Industries

Construction