Cladding Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Baginton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Facade / Cladding Manager to oversee high-value façade projects from start to finish. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of design coordination, site delivery, and client relationships. With a requirement for advanced knowledge in construction methodologies and cladding, this role offers competitive pay and benefits. The position is based in Coventry with a flexible remote working option. Ideal candidates will possess an Architectural Technician qualification and strong technical capabilities.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the cladding and glazing sector.
• Proven track record delivering façade projects.
• Up to date with building legislation and codes of practice.

Responsibilities

• Take full cradle-to-grave ownership of façade projects.
• Lead design coordination and buildability reviews.
• Manage subcontractor performance and resource planning.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of construction methodologies

Advanced knowledge of cladding and glazing

Computer-literate in AutoCAD 2D and Revit

Strong technical and design review capability

Commercially and contractually competent

Personal alignment to company's core values

Education

Architectural Technician qualification

Engineering Graduate or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Revit

Job description

Facade / Cladding Manager

Location

Coventry, with the option to work from home 2 days per week. Travel to site locations

Salary

Highly Competitive + Benefits

About the Company

Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Facade Manager to take full cradle‑to‑grave ownership of high‑value façades schemes. This is a key role within our PMV team, where you will lead projects from pre‑construction and design coordination through to installation, handover, and final account. The company operates nationally within the offsite manufacturing sector, delivering complex external packages fitted within our production facility. Recognised for technical capability, structured delivery processes, and a collaborative approach with clients and design partners. The business is well‑established, stable with a strong future order book.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing façade projects through the full lifecycle. This includes reviewing early‑stage design involvement, technical coordination, procurement alignment, site delivery oversight, and commercial reporting. The role requires strong technical awareness and confidence working closely with designers, engineers, and specialist suppliers to ensure buildability and compliance are engineered in before manufacture and delivery on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Full project ownership from contract award to final handover (cradle‑to‑grave).
• Leading design coordination and buildability reviews.
• Aligning programme, procurement, sequencing, and delivery plans.
• Managing subcontractor performance and resource planning.
• Controlling cost, change management, commercial risk, and reporting.
• Ensuring quality standards, system compliance, and safety expectations are met.
• Supporting the production team with façade / window installation.
• Developing and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills & Experience

• Advanced knowledge of construction industry methodologies on detailing and building erection sequencing.
• Advanced knowledge of cladding and glazing - minimum 5 years.
• Computer‑literate in AutoCAD 2D and Revit.
• Architectural Technician qualification (essential).
• Engineering Graduate or equivalent (beneficial).
• Proven track record delivering façade projects.
• Strong technical and design review capability.
• Commercially and contractually competent.
• Black CSCS (or equivalent) preferred.
• Role model for Health & Safety with a good knowledge of the Building Safety Act and its impacts on the façade industry.
• Up to date with building legislation and codes of practice relating to design and installation.
• Personal alignment to the company's core values: Quality, Integrity, Openness, Progressive & Caring.

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