Construction Site Manager

ESD Recruitment; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Job summary

ESD Recruitment represents a leading UK façade and building envelope subcontractor. A permanent Site Manager is needed to lead a flagship 18-month project in Brighton, delivering External Wall Insulation (EWI) and high-spec rainscreen cladding.

You will direct site operations, manage specialist subcontractors and the supply chain, ensuring safety and quality while meeting schedule and budget. There are opportunities to progress to further South East projects upon completion.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering External Wall Insulation (EWI) and rainscreen cladding packages.
• Knowledge of façade systems, backing structures, fire stopping, insulation and weatherproofing.
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold Card) and First Aid at Work.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day site operations, managing sub-contractors and labour.
• Ensure the 18-month Brighton project is delivered safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee EWI and rainscreen installation to architectural designs and regulations.
• Lead RAMS reviews, inductions and toolbox talks in line with standards.
• Manage QA/QC inspections and digital sign-offs (Field View / SnagR).
• Act as main point of contact for the Tier 1 Main Contractor’s team and client representatives.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

QA/QC

Education

SMSTS certification

First Aid at Work

Tools

Field View

SnagR

Job description

Location: Brighton (Initial Project) / South East

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum + Competitive Benefits Package

About Our Client

We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of the UK’s leading specialist façade and building envelope subcontractors. Renowned for their technical excellence, financial stability and high quality project delivery, they work alongside major Tier 1 contractors and developers across the UK. Due to a major project win, they are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.

The Role

This is a permanent position offering long term stability and career development. You will initially take full ownership of a flagship 18-month project in Brighton, valued as a substantial specialist package encompassing comprehensive External Wall Insulation (EWI) and high-specification Rainscreen Cladding. Following the successful delivery of this project, you will seamlessly transition to manage subsequent major building envelope projects across the South East region.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct day to day site operations, managing specialist sub-contractors, direct labor and supply chain partners.
• Ensure the 18-month Brighton project is delivered safely, on schedule, within commercial parameters and to strict quality specifications.
• Oversee the installation of EWI and rainscreen packages, ensuring full adherence to architectural designs, fire safety regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
• Drive a zero harm safety culture on site, conducting RAMS reviews, site inductions and toolbox talks in line with main contractor and regulatory standards.
• Manage QA/QC inspection processes, maintaining digital records and sign-offs (e.g., Field View / SnagR).
• Act as the primary point of contact for the Tier 1 Main Contractor’s site management team, engineers and client representatives.

Requirements

• Demonstrable track record working as a Site Manager specifically delivering External Wall Insulation (EWI) and Rainscreen Cladding packages.
• Comprehensive understanding of modern façade systems, backing structures, fire-stopping, thermal insulation and weatherproofing details.
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold Card) and First Aid at Work.
• Proactive approach to managing site resources, variation tracking and material logistics.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder-management skills.