Facade manager
Facade Manager
Location: Brighton, East Sussex
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
An established and highly regarded main contractor is seeking an experienced Facade Manager to join its project delivery team in Brighton. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role on major construction projects, overseeing all aspects of the building envelope from design coordination through to installation, completion, and handover.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing facade and envelope packages, including curtain walling, cladding, brickwork, roofing, waterproofing systems, and associated subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all facade and building envelope works, ensuring delivery to programme, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
* Oversee the installation of curtain walling, cladding systems, brickwork, masonry supports, roofing, glazing, and waterproofing packages.
* Coordinate facade works from design development through to practical completion.
* Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Design Teams, and subcontractors to ensure seamless project delivery.
* Monitor progress against programme targets and proactively manage risks, delays, and technical challenges.
* Manage temporary works, scaffolding, and access requirements associated with facade installation.
* Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and quality audits.
* Ensure all works are completed in accordance with specifications, drawings, and industry standards.
* Manage snagging, defect resolution, and handover processes for envelope packages.
* Coordinate material procurement and deliveries to support construction programmes.
* Chair subcontractor coordination meetings and maintain accurate project records and reporting.
* Drive high standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance across all facade activities.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and key project stakeholders.
We are looking for a motivated and technically strong Facade Manager who can demonstrate:
* Minimum 5 years' experience managing facade or envelope packages on major construction projects.
* Extensive knowledge of curtain walling, cladding systems, brickwork, masonry supports, glazing, roofing, and waterproofing installations.
* Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
* Strong understanding of construction sequencing, logistics, and programme management.
* Experience conducting health and safety inspections and maintaining site compliance.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to effectively manage client expectations and stakeholder relationships.
Essential Qualifications
* HNC, HND, BTEC or equivalent construction-related qualification
* SMSTS
* CSCS Card
* First Aid at Work
* COSHH Awareness
Desirable Qualifications
CIOB Membership or Accreditation
Project Management Qualification
Temporary Works Coordinator Training
Additional facade or envelope-related technical qualifications
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary and benefits package
Enhanced pension of 3% employee contributions and 5% employer.
Employers for Childcare Scheme (pre-enrolment required)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Medicash Cash Plan
33 Days Annual Leave
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to work on high-profile construction projects
Clear career progression within a growing and successful contractor
Supportive and collaborative working environment
If you are an experienced Facade Manager looking to join a leading contractor and work on exciting projects across Brighton and the South East, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion