Site Manager – Façade / Externals | Major Education Development | Cardiff

Sphere Solutions is recruiting an experienced Site Manager with a solid background in façade and external packages to join the delivery team on a prestigious £100m education project near Cardiff. This is a key role within a long-term programme, offering the chance to contribute to a high-profile regional scheme with significant community impact.

You’ll be responsible for managing the façade works from start through delivery, ensuring safety, quality and programme objectives are achieved while working closely with subcontractors and the wider site team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of façade and external works, ensuring high standards of quality, safety and programme performance
• Coordinate subcontractors and monitor progress to maintain efficient site operations
• Work collaboratively with project and commercial teams to support successful delivery
• Oversee inspections, quality benchmarks and installation sequencing
• Ensure compliance with health & safety requirements and site protocols
• Act as a primary point of contact for façade-related activities and stakeholder coordination

Requirements

• Proven experience managing façade or external packages in a Site Manager capacity
• Background in large-scale construction projects, preferably within education or commercial sectors
• Strong understanding of envelope installation processes, sequencing and quality control
• Confident managing subcontractors and driving site productivity
• Based near Cardiff or within commutable distance
• Able to commit to a long-term project and add value from early stages

Why Join This Project?

• Be part of a flagship £100m development from the outset
• Long-term opportunity with a major contractor
• Key position influencing programme success and façade delivery
• Supportive site team, excellent progression potential

If you’re an experienced Façade/Externals Site Manager ready for the next step on a major scheme, let’s talk.

Contact Giles Wilson at Sphere Solutions to discuss further.