Position: Freelance Facades Site Manager
Location: Birmingham
Project: Mixed-Use Entertainment Complex
Day rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Duration: 12 months
Start: End of October 2026

The Role

Linear Recruitment are seeking an experienced Temporary Facades Site Manager to oversee re-cladding works on a major mixed-use entertainment complex in Birmingham.

The project will be delivered in phases, with the initial works focusing on low-rise sections of the development before progressing to the high-rise elements. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the safe and efficient delivery of the re-cladding programme, ensuring works are completed to the required quality standards and in line with the project schedule.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager with a strong background in facade installation, re-cladding and refurbishment projects, looking to join a significant project with a phased programme of works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of facade re-cladding works, initially across low-rise buildings before progressing to the high-rise section.
• Coordinate specialist facade subcontractors, site operatives, material deliveries and site logistics.
• Ensure all installation and associated works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Monitor progress against the programme, identifying potential delays and implementing solutions to maintain progress.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, quality control and site housekeeping throughout all phases of the project.
• Review and implement RAMS, carry out site inspections and ensure compliance with project health and safety procedures.
• Coordinate access equipment, scaffolding, MEWPs and other temporary works as required.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, client representatives, consultants and other trades to ensure smooth coordination of activities.
• Oversee quality inspections, manage defects and ensure all works meet the required standards before sign-off.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and quality documentation.
• Plan and coordinate the transition from the initial low-rise phase to the subsequent high-rise works, ensuring appropriate resources, access arrangements and working methods are in place.
• Manage site activities within a complex mixed-use entertainment environment, minimising disruption and ensuring safe working practices are maintained.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the facade, cladding or building envelope sector.
• Demonstrable experience delivering re-cladding, facade installation or external envelope refurbishment projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of facade systems, cladding installation methods, interfaces and associated remedial requirements.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, managing site teams and delivering works to programme.
• A thorough understanding of construction health and safety, quality assurance and site management procedures.
• Relevant qualifications, including SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid, as required for the role.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to take ownership of site operations and drive performance.
• Previous experience working on high-rise facade projects would be advantageous.