Finishing Manager at Berkeley Group Plc in High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

quality inspections

handover prep

site presentation

health safety

qc compliance

qms implementation

Maintain high presentation standards across homes and external areas throughout the finishing stages.
Identify and address recurring issues with finishing trades to prevent repeat defects.
Take ownership of plots from the final build/clean stage, ensuring all homes are finished to the required standards and ready for handover within agreed timescales.
Oversee finishing standards within communal areas and facilities, ensuring completion and approval by relevant authorities and management companies.
Record and authorise day works, including photographic evidence where appropriate.
Uphold health and safety standards across all working areas.
Ensure compliance with quality control procedures and Berkeley standard details.
Liaise closely with Site and Project Managers to understand priorities, manage workloads, and coordinate subcontractors effectively.
Work with the Customer Services Team to ensure homes are ready for demonstration and handover, with all documentation and keys in place.
Attend weekly meetings to update and track demonstration and handover schedules.
Build strong working relationships with contractors to ensure timely completion of all finishing works to the required quality.
Support the Customer Service Managers at commissioning, ensuring all items identified are resolved within agreed timescales (typically 2–3 days).
Collaborate with the Head of Quality Control, attending inspections and providing feedback on recurring issues.
Conduct Pre-Commissioning and Quality Inspections to ensure homes are presented to the highest standard before commissioning.
Carry out final inspections and testing to secure Completion Certificates prior to serving notice.
Undertake any additional duties as required to support the successful delivery of the project.
Maintain excellent site presentation at all times.
Implement and maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring all hold points (pre-clean, pre-commission, pre-serve) are communicated and achieved.
Monitor and drive achievement of 90%+ on ‘Ready’ and ‘Clean’ IHR scores.

Requirements

organisational

communication

health & safety

quality

finishing

residential

Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to coordinate multiple trades.
Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality standards in construction environments.
Proven experience managing the finishing or handover stages within residential construction.
Previous experience working in the construction and property industry is beneficial.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Benefits

Group life assurance.
Private pension plan.
Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

45 Years

Year Founded

Established as a leading property developer in the UK, shaping the landscape through innovative and sustainable developments.

Creating iconic developments across London and the South of England.
Specializes in large-scale regeneration projects blending luxury housing with retail, leisure, and community spaces.
Committed to design excellence, behind landmark residential projects that transform key areas in the UK.
Developments include sustainable features enhancing resident and environmental quality of life.
Flagship projects cater to diverse markets, from first-time buyers to luxury homeowners.
Integrates green spaces and recreational areas, ensuring every development is part of a wider community vision.
Transforms underutilized land into thriving neighborhoods that offer long-term value.

Culture + Values

Have Integrity – build trust by being open, clear and credible
Be Passionate – take pride in what we do and the impact we make
Think Creatively – find individual solutions for every site and situation
Respect People – work together, empower people and value their contribution
Excellence Through Detail – deliver the best through attention to detail in everything we do

Environment + Sustainability

76% Emissions Cut

GHG Reduction Achieved

The company has reduced its scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 76% as of 2023, surpassing interim targets.

100% SuDS Inclusion

Sustainable Drainage Systems

All developments incorporate sustainable drainage systems to manage water effectively and reduce runoff.

10% Biodiversity Gain

Habitat Enhancement

Every development site contributes to a minimum 10% biodiversity net gain, enhancing local ecosystems.

98% Sustainable Timber

Certified Wood Products

Over 98% of timber and wood products used are sustainably certified, promoting responsible forestry practices.

Net-zero carbon target across scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2045
Science-Based Targets approved in Dec 2020: reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 (from FY2019 base); reduce scope 3 emissions 40% per sq ft by 2030
Committed to minimum EPC ‘B’ rating for all new homes (excluding refurbishments)
Completed 48 embodied carbon assessments to date; requirement in place for assessments on all new completions from 2025/26
96% of total (non-hazardous) waste reused or recycled
Zero environmental prosecutions in 2023/24
Water use down 10% vs prior year

Inclusion & Diversity

260+

Mental Health First Aiders

Building Mental Health Charter signed with comprehensive support services including employee assistance, virtual GP, and wellbeing sessions in place.

Workforce EDI approach: voluntary staff survey used to set actions and targets to build representative workforce
Network of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) ambassadors across roles and levels
EDI training implemented for all employees; People Committee acts as champion
Participation in London Pride Parade and International Women’s Day events to promote allyship and networking

Articles

Careers at Berkeley Group

Sustainability at Berkeley Group

Role

Description

quality inspections

handover prep

site presentation

health safety

qc compliance

qms implementation

Maintain high presentation standards across homes and external areas throughout the finishing stages.
Identify and address recurring issues with finishing trades to prevent repeat defects.
Take ownership of plots from the final build/clean stage, ensuring all homes are finished to the required standards and ready for handover within agreed timescales.
Oversee finishing standards within communal areas and facilities, ensuring completion and approval by relevant authorities and management companies.
Record and authorise day works, including photographic evidence where appropriate.
Uphold health and safety standards across all working areas.
Ensure compliance with quality control procedures and Berkeley standard details.
Liaise closely with Site and Project Managers to understand priorities, manage workloads, and coordinate subcontractors effectively.
Work with the Customer Services Team to ensure homes are ready for demonstration and handover, with all documentation and keys in place.
Attend weekly meetings to update and track demonstration and handover schedules.
Build strong working relationships with contractors to ensure timely completion of all finishing works to the required quality.
Support the Customer Service Managers at commissioning, ensuring all items identified are resolved within agreed timescales (typically 2–3 days).
Collaborate with the Head of Quality Control, attending inspections and providing feedback on recurring issues.
Conduct Pre-Commissioning and Quality Inspections to ensure homes are presented to the highest standard before commissioning.
Carry out final inspections and testing to secure Completion Certificates prior to serving notice.
Undertake any additional duties as required to support the successful delivery of the project.
Maintain excellent site presentation at all times.
Implement and maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring all hold points (pre-clean, pre-commission, pre-serve) are communicated and achieved.
Monitor and drive achievement of 90%+ on ‘Ready’ and ‘Clean’ IHR scores.

Requirements

organisational

communication

health & safety

quality

finishing

residential

Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to coordinate multiple trades.
Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality standards in construction environments.
Proven experience managing the finishing or handover stages within residential construction.
Previous experience working in the construction and property industry is beneficial.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Benefits

Group life assurance.
Private pension plan.
Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

45 Years

Year Founded

Established as a leading property developer in the UK, shaping the landscape through innovative and sustainable developments.

Creating iconic developments across London and the South of England.
Specializes in large-scale regeneration projects blending luxury housing with retail, leisure, and community spaces.
Committed to design excellence, behind landmark residential projects that transform key areas in the UK.
Developments include sustainable features enhancing resident and environmental quality of life.
Flagship projects cater to diverse markets, from first-time buyers to luxury homeowners.
Integrates green spaces and recreational areas, ensuring every development is part of a wider community vision.
Transforms underutilized land into thriving neighborhoods that offer long-term value.

Culture + Values

Have Integrity – build trust by being open, clear and credible
Be Passionate – take pride in what we do and the impact we make
Think Creatively – find individual solutions for every site and situation
Respect People – work together, empower people and value their contribution
Excellence Through Detail – deliver the best through attention to detail in everything we do

Environment + Sustainability

76% Emissions Cut

GHG Reduction Achieved

The company has reduced its scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 76% as of 2023, surpassing interim targets.

100% SuDS Inclusion

Sustainable Drainage Systems

All developments incorporate sustainable drainage systems to manage water effectively and reduce runoff.

10% Biodiversity Gain

Habitat Enhancement

Every development site contributes to a minimum 10% biodiversity net gain, enhancing local ecosystems.

98% Sustainable Timber

Certified Wood Products

Over 98% of timber and wood products used are sustainably certified, promoting responsible forestry practices.

Net-zero carbon target across scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2045
Science-Based Targets approved in Dec 2020: reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 50% by FY2030 (from FY2019 base); reduce scope 3 emissions 40% per sq ft by 2030
Committed to minimum EPC ‘B’ rating for all new homes (excluding refurbishments)
Completed 48 embodied carbon assessments to date; requirement in place for assessments on all new completions from 2025/26
96% of total (non-hazardous) waste reused or recycled
Zero environmental prosecutions in 2023/24
Water use down 10% vs prior year

Inclusion & Diversity

260+

Mental Health First Aiders

Building Mental Health Charter signed with comprehensive support services including employee assistance, virtual GP, and wellbeing sessions in place.

Workforce EDI approach: voluntary staff survey used to set actions and targets to build representative workforce
Network of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) ambassadors across roles and levels
EDI training implemented for all employees; People Committee acts as champion
Participation in London Pride Parade and International Women’s Day events to promote allyship and networking

Articles

Careers at Berkeley Group

Sustainability at Berkeley Group