Facade Manager

Your new company A leading UK main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-value, complex projects across the commercial and hospitality sectors is seeking an experienced Facade Manager to join their team in Edinburgh. With a robust pipeline of work and a commitment to quality, they offer an excellent opportunity to work on flagship developments in prime city-centre locations.

Your new role You will be joining a major £80m hotel development in central Edinburgh, taking responsibility for the full façade package from planning through to completion. As Facade Manager, you will oversee all external envelope works, ensuring technical compliance, programme delivery, and exceptional quality standards. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage interfaces with structural and internal packages, and work closely with the Project Manager and design team to resolve technical challenges. The role will involve ensuring health & safety adherence, managing programme milestones, and maintaining clear communication across all stakeholders on what is a high-profile city-centre scheme.

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as a Facade Manager or Senior Site Manager with façade responsibility

Strong knowledge of façade systems, including curtain walling, cladding, and glazing

Experience working on large-scale projects, ideally within the hotel, commercial or mixed-use sectors

Ability to manage complex interfaces between façade and structural packages

Excellent understanding of health & safety and quality standards

Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills

Relevant qualifications (SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid)

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and attractive benefits package

Opportunity to work on a landmark £80m development in Edinburgh

Long-term prospects with a forward-thinking and growing contractor

Exposure to high-profile, technically challenging projects

Supportive team environment with clear progression opportunities

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