Freelance Site Manager – Façades​/Cladding

Job Overview

An established façade contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to manage façade installation works on a major education-sector project in Southampton, delivered for a Tier 1 main contractor.

This role requires a hands‑on, experienced Site Manager who is comfortable managing live façade works on site and taking ownership of day‑to‑day operations.

• Day‑to‑day management of façade and cladding installation works
• Supervision and coordination of labour and specialist subcontractors
• Managing quality inspections, ITPs and snagging close‑out
• Health & Safety management including RAMS, inductions and toolbox talks
• Producing accurate site and progress reports using digital systems
• Managing materials, deliveries, plant and access equipment
• Liaison with the Project Manager and main contractor on a daily basis

Essential:

• Proven experience managing façade or cladding installation works
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Site Manager role
• CSCS Gold or Black Card
• SMSTS
• Strong understanding of construction and façade drawings
• Confident using digital reporting tools (tablet, Excel, project platforms)
• Full UK driving licence

This role is not suitable for:

• Junior Site Managers or those seeking their first Site Manager role
• Candidates without façade or cladding project experience
• Site Managers who are not comfortable with digital reporting

• Curtain walling or structural glazing background
• First Aid at Work
• IPAF / PASMA
• Experience on Tier 1 contractor projects

• Travel expenses: TBC
• Ideally suited to candidates based in or around Southampton / South Coast
• Opportunity for contract extension or permanent employment for the right individual

Please apply with a CV clearly demonstrating recent façade or cladding Site Management experience
.