Facades Project Manager

  • Alexander Fisher Recruitment
  • Aug 26, 2025
Full time Construction Project Manager Management QA-Quality Control Architect and Design Assistant Construction

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager Recladding / Facades
Location: East London (Other areas also potentially coming up)
Salary: £65,000 £83,000 (DOE)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Benefits:
  • 33 Days Holiday (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)
  • Company Pension
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Travel Expenses / Allowance
Company Overview: Join one of the leading Principal Cladding Contractors in the UK, known for delivering high-quality, compliant recladding and regeneration projects across London and the Southeast. With a proven track record of successful multi-million-pound schemes, they are seeking a strong and experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major recladding project in East London.
Role Overview: As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of a large recladding scheme from planning and procurement to delivery and close-out. You will lead a team of site and assistant managers, coordinate with internal departments, and ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, to specification, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the recladding project with full ownership of programme, quality, and cost
  • Coordinate with Commercial, Design, Health & Safety, Procurement, and Finance teams
  • Produce and manage project plans, budgets, and schedules
  • Supervise and support site-based staff, including site and assistant managers
  • Maintain stakeholder relationships, including client, residents, and third-party consultants
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards, method statements, and risk assessments
  • Oversee procurement, material delivery schedules, and subcontractor performance
  • Maintain and manage site records, QA documentation, and project reporting
  • Ensure project milestones are met, and variations or issues are communicated and resolved
  • Chair and attend meetings (weekly/fortnightly/monthly) and report progress to senior leadership
  • Stay up to date with latest industry regulations, safety requirements, and internal procedures
Skills & Qualifications:
  • HNC (or equivalent) in Construction Management or a related discipline
  • Strong experience managing recladding or facade refurbishment projects
  • SMSTS, CSCS card, and valid First Aid, Scaffold Inspection, and Asbestos Awareness certifications
  • Experience with external wall insulation (EWI) and cladding compliance
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel, MS Project, and Outlook
  • Skilled in Gantt chart planning and critical path analysis
  • Strong leadership, organisation, and stakeholder communication skills
  • CRB/DBS check (required on certain projects)
What s in it for You?
  • Join a progressive, supportive contractor known for quality and compliance
  • Secure a long-term position with career progression potential
  • Work on landmark recladding projects that positively impact communities
  • Access to private healthcare, pension, and life insurance
  • Be part of a company that values professional development and teamwork