Block Manager
3D Personnel · Bedford, England ·
About the Company We are currently recruiting for an experienced Block Manager to join a major residential construction project in London. The development comprises a combination of high-quality residential accommodation and commercial space, together with basement car parking, resident amenities and landscaped external areas.
The project involves the completion of several residential and mixed-use blocks, with works including the completion of retained reinforced concrete frames, building envelope, internal fit-out and final finishing works. The residential element includes a substantial number of private Build-to-Rent (BTR) apartments, comprising a mix of one, two and three-bedroom units, including wheelchair-adaptable apartments.
The commercial element will be delivered to shell and core standard. About the Role As Block Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management, coordination and progress of your allocated block, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards.
You will oversee subcontractors, agency labour and site-based staff, working closely with the wider project team and reporting directly to the Site Manager. A key part of the role will be maintaining high standards of quality throughout the fit-out process, including QA inspections through to white box stage and subsequent snagging, supported by a Finishing Foreman.
This is a hands-on leadership position requiring someone who is confident challenging subcontractors and site teams, driving progress and maintaining high standards across the block. Responsibilities Take full day-to-day responsibility for the delivery and progress of your allocated block.
Manage and coordinate subcontractors, agency labour and site-based teams. Plan upcoming works and produce detailed look-ahead programmes. Ensure labour, materials and resources are secured in advance to maintain programme progress.
Monitor subcontractor performance and challenge where required. Ensure all works are completed in accordance with programme, drawings, specifications and quality requirements. Oversee QA processes through to white box stage, followed by snagging and final finishing.
Work closely with the Finishing Foreman and wider site management team. Attend weekly coordination meetings with contractor supervisors. Establish clear actions and deliverables for subcontractors. Escalate programme, quality, resource or operational issues to the Project Manager/Site Manager.
Coordinate effectively with logistics teams and contractor supervisors. Maintain excellent communication with the client team and wider project stakeholders. Participate in progress and Health & Safety meetings. Ensure site teams understand their responsibilities and are performing effectively.
Support the management of agency labour, including the ability to recommend recruitment or removal where required to maintain project standards. Maintain accurate records and documentation using Microsoft Office and Procore.
Qualifications The successful candidate will have proven experience as a Block Manager, Finishing Manager, Construction Manager or similar, ideally working on large-scale residential fit-out projects. Required Skills Proven experience delivering large-scale residential construction or fit-out projects.
Strong experience managing significant site teams and multiple subcontractors. Experience working on projects with 200+ personnel and 30+ subcontractors at peak. Strong understanding of residential fit-out and finishing processes.
Excellent leadership and people-management skills. The confidence and authority to challenge subcontractors and site personnel when required. Strong programme awareness with the ability to plan and manage detailed look-aheads.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. Good commercial awareness. Experience liaising professionally with client teams. Confident participating in progress and Health & Safety meetings.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. Experience using Procore would be advantageous. Ability to work under pressure and consistently deliver against demanding programme targets. Preferred Skills We are looking for a strong, proactive and organised construction professional who can take ownership of their block and drive delivery from the front.
You should be confident managing a busy supply chain, capable of making decisions independently and comfortable holding subcontractors and site teams accountable for performance. If you have a strong residential fit-out background and are looking for an opportunity to work on a significant London development, we would be keen to hear from you.