Facade Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Façade Manager to lead the delivery of multiple façade packages on a major project. The role requires coordinating specialist subcontractors, driving programme and quality outcomes, and ensuring safety across all façade activities.

This long-term freelance opportunity offers exposure to a flagship development with a reputable Tier 1 contractor and potential future project work upon successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Façade Manager on major construction projects.
• Experience with Tier 1 Main Contractors is essential.
• SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, and First Aid qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing the delivery of five façade packages valued up to £7m.
• Co-ordinating façade subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered in line with programme requirements.
• Monitoring installation quality and ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Managing interface coordination between façade, structure and internal fit-out teams.
• Reviewing technical drawings, design information and installation methodologies.
• Conducting inspections and quality assurance checks throughout the installation process.
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained across all façade-related activities.
• Reporting progress, risks and programme updates to the senior project team.

Skills

Facade installation packages

Curtain walling

Cladding

Glazing

Stakeholder management

Communication

Health & safety

Job description

Façade Manager

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Façade Manager to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor on a major construction project. This Façade Manager role offers a long-term freelance contract of 12 months+, overseeing multiple high-value façade packages while working as part of an established project delivery team on a flagship development.

About the Role of Façade Manager

As Façade Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of five façade packages with a combined value of up to £7 million. Working closely with the Project Director, Senior Construction Manager, design teams, and specialist subcontractors, you will drive programme, quality, safety, and commercial objectives throughout the façade installation process.

This is an excellent opportunity for a façade specialist looking to join a well-respected Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of major projects and long-term freelance opportunities.

Responsibilities for Façade Manager

Managing the delivery of five façade packages valued up to £7m

• Coordinating façade subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered in line with programme requirements
• Monitoring installation quality and ensuring compliance with project specifications
• Managing interface coordination between façade, structure, and internal fit-out teams
• Reviewing technical drawings, design information, and installation methodologies
• Conducting inspections and quality assurance checks throughout the installation process
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained across all façade-related activities
• Reporting progress, risks, and programme updates to the senior project team

Requirements for Façade Manager

Proven experience working as a Façade Manager on major construction projects

• Previous experience working for a Tier 1 Main Contractor is essential
• Strong understanding of curtain walling, cladding, glazing, and façade installation packages
• Experience managing multiple façade subcontractors simultaneously
• Ability to coordinate design, programme, and site delivery requirements
• SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, and First Aid qualification preferred
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Our client is a well-established Tier 1 contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering large-scale projects across the UK. They have a secure pipeline of work and are known for investing in both projects and their people, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced façade professional seeking long-term contract work.

What We Offer for Façade Manager

Long-term freelance contract (12 months+)

• PAYE engagement
• Competitive day rate
• Opportunity to manage façade packages valued up to £7m
• Work with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor on a flagship scheme
• Excellent opportunity for further projects upon successful completion