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Site Manager - Facades
Our client is a well-established, people centric and reputable company specialising in the design, fabrication and installation of both aluminium glazing systems and mild steel staircases and balustrading.
Their business model is based on concurrently delivering a typically low number of high value contracts, usually being employed by one of the major main contractors. They put great store in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with those Main Contractors, Architects and Consultants, who they regularly engage with and view the level of repeat business we receive as validation of their approach and performance.
They are about to embark on a high-profile prestigious project based in Glasgow and are currently looking for an experienced Site Manager.
The Position
Plan, deploy, monitor & report necessary resources (labour, materials & plant) for programme activities, including
Coordinate activities with Principal Contractor & interfacing trades at DABS meetings
Attend progress, safety, quality & any other meetings called by Principal Contractor & represent Dane in a professional & courteous manner
Book site deliveries & crane hook time using Principal Contractors online logistics portal, in conjunction with Dane Purchasing/Stores teams & suppliers/sub-contractors
Maintain accurate & timely site records on Dane’s Project Information Management software
Prepare detailed task-specific Risk Assessments & Method Statements for all site operations
Host safe-start & tool-box talks in conjunction with Section Supervisors prior to brief operatives before commencing works
Implement Dane QA procedures/Project Quality Plan/ITP & ensure (with appointed Quality Manager) QA checklists are completed at relevant hold-points & accepted by Principal Contractor & uploaded onto portal
Undertake Right To Work/visa verification & skill/competence checks for all site personnel (via mobile app system) & arrange inductions with Principal Contractor
Raise Non-Conformance Reports where applicable & assist in relevant corrective actions & cost recovery
The Person
Proven experience as a Site Manager within the cladding, façade, or external envelope sector.
Demonstrable experience delivering projects for Tier 1 contractors
Strong knowledge of:
Rainscreen cladding systems
Aluminium façade systems
Curtain walling
Fire remediation works
SFS framing systems
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and programme management.
Excellent benefits package on offer.
Our client believes in recruiting the very best people, developing their skills, and rewarding them well.
James Gray Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.
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