Site Manager

Search Consultancy Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy Ltd is seeking an experienced Cladding Manager for an immediate freelance assignment in Cardiff. You will oversee external envelope works, coordinating subcontractors and site teams to deliver on time and to high quality standards.

Responsibilities include on-site management of rainscreen cladding and façade activities, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and accurate reporting throughout the programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cladding Manager or Façade Manager on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of rainscreen cladding, curtain walling and external envelope systems.
• Excellent understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements.
• SMSTS, CSCS Card and First Aid certification are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site cladding and façade installation activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site teams and suppliers.
• Monitor progress against programme and report milestones.
• Ensure works meet specifications, drawings and current regulations.
• Carry out quality inspections and manage snagging activities.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Liaise with Project Manager, design teams and client representatives.
• Maintain accurate site records and reporting.

Skills

Cladding management

Envelope systems

Quality assurance

Health & safety

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

Freelance Cladding Manager

Location: Cardiff

Duration: 15 Weeks

Start Date: Immediate Start

We are currently seeking an experienced Cladding Manager for an immediate start on a major project in Cardiff. This is a freelance opportunity for approximately 15 weeks, overseeing the successful delivery of cladding and fa ade works through to completion.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in managing external envelope packages, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme, and in accordance with the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site cladding and fa ade installation activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers.
• Monitor progress against programme and report on key milestones.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with specifications, drawings, and current regulations.
• Carry out quality inspections and manage snagging activities.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Liaise with the Project Manager, design teams, and client representatives.
• Ensure accurate site records and reporting are maintained.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cladding Manager or Fa ade Manager on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, and external envelope systems.
• Excellent understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements.
• SMSTS, CSCS Card, and First Aid certification essential.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and drive programme performance.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age