Façade Manager – Offsite Construction
Location: Coventry/Hybrid + UK site travel
Salary: DOE
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading organisation within the offsite manufacturing and construction sector, is seeking an experienced Façade Manager to take full ownership of high-value façade schemes. This is a pivotal position within a growing function, where you will manage projects from early design coordination through manufacture, installation, handover, and final account.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, technically driven business recognised for its innovative solutions, collaborative culture, and robust pipeline of secured work.
The Role
As Façade Manager, you will oversee the complete lifecycle of façade packages across multiple projects. You will work closely with designers, engineers, and specialist supply partners to ensure technical compliance, buildability, and efficient delivery are built into every stage, long before materials reach the factory or site.
Key Responsibilities
- Full cradle-to-grave project ownership from contract award to final handover.
- Leading design coordination, buildability reviews, and technical assurance.
- Developing and aligning programme, procurement, and installation sequencing plans.
- Managing subcontractor performance, resources, and on-site delivery standards.
- Controlling cost, managing change, mitigating commercial risk, and reporting progress.
- Ensuring quality, compliance, and safety expectations are met across all stages.
- Supporting production teams with façade and window installation requirements.
- Building strong, collaborative relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in cladding, glazing, or façade systems.
- Strong technical knowledge of construction methodology, detailing, and sequencing.
- Proficient in AutoCAD 2D and Revit.
- Architectural Technician qualification (essential).
- Engineering degree or equivalent (beneficial).
- Proven track record delivering façade or building envelope projects.
- Excellent technical review capabilities and understanding of design risk.
- Commercially and contractually aware.
- Black CSCS or equivalent (preferred).
- Strong understanding of the Building Safety Act and its impact on façade delivery.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry best practice.
Personal Attributes
- Calm, solution-focused approach in challenging situations.
- Professional, collaborative, and relationship-driven working style.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Takes full accountability and ownership of outcomes.
- Demonstrates personal values aligned with quality, integrity, and continuous improvement.
