External Site Manager

We are working with a leading housebuilder on a major high-end residential development in West London, delivering a large-scale mixed-use neighbourhood with luxury residential buildings and world-class amenities.
We are seeking a highly experienced Freelance External Site Manager to oversee and drive the full external façade package across site. This is a pivotal role with responsibility for site-level delivery, quality assurance, compliance and reporting directly into the Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities
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Responsible for day to day facade installation, coordinating lifting operations (tower cranes/ hoists).
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Lead façade installers, subcontractors and specialists, ensuring safe, compliant and timely execution.
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Deliver robust QA processes and inspection regimes, ensuring high-quality finishes and defect control.
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Coordinate and lead regular site progress, quality and programme reporting into the Senior Facade Manager
Candidate Requirements
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Proven experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor directly managing façade works on large residential or mixed-use developments.
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Strong technical understanding of contemporary façade systems (cladding, curtain walling, rainscreen, etc).
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Excellent quality assurance, reporting and communication skills.
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Strong experience in high-rise external works, façade interfaces, tolerance control, fire compliance, and HSEQ management is essential
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Strong safety mindset and commitment to best practice.
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Available to start immediately and able to commit to the contract duration.
What’s On Offer
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Competitive day rate (excellent rates for the right candidate).
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Exposure to a high-profile residential project with complex façade interfaces.
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Direct reporting into senior site and project leadership.
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A pivotal role in delivering quality and technical excellence.
If you’d like to discuss further or send CVs in confidence, please get in touch