Hands-On Facade Site Manager – Unitised Curtain Walling

T&D Glazing and Installation Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

T&D Glazing and Installation Limited is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead on the installation of unitised curtain walling and related facade systems on live commercial or high-rise projects in Manchester. The role is site-based with immediate start for the right candidate.

You will oversee crews, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with project teams. Responsibilities include planning works, reading drawings, managing labour, and maintaining records to keep the programme moving.

Qualifications

• At least three years in facade installation management or senior supervision.
• Proven experience with unitised curtain wall systems.
• Experience managing installers and supervisors on live construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of curtain walling, glazing, aluminium windows and doors.
• Ability to read construction drawings and installation details.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily installation of unitised curtain walling and facade systems.
• Plan work by floor, elevation or installation zone and prepare look-ahead plans.
• Lead installers, team leaders and supervisors, allocating labour and monitoring productivity.
• Read and understand construction drawings, installation drawings and technical details.
• Plan labour, materials, access, deliveries, lifting operations and site resources.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, main contractor, QA and commercial teams.
• Identify missing materials or information to avoid delays.
• Conduct daily start briefings and toolbox talks.
• Ensure RAMS, Health & Safety requirements and lifting procedures.
• Monitor workmanship, quality, snagging and progress.
• Maintain site records and daily reports.

Skills

Facade installation mgmt

Senior supervision

Read drawings

Job description

T&D Glazing and Installation Limited is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead on the installation of unitised curtain walling and related facade systems on live commercial or high-rise projects in Manchester. The role is site-based with immediate start for the right candidate.

You will oversee crews, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with project teams. Responsibilities include planning works, reading drawings, managing labour, and maintaining records to keep the programme moving.