Construction manager

Construction Director - Façade / Cladding Manchester £90,(Apply online only),000 package Winsearch UK is proud to partner with a growing façade contractor based in Stockport, who is looking to appoint a Construction Director to take full ownership of project delivery across the business. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role within a specialist contractor delivering cladding, remediation, and building envelope works across the UK, including high-rise residential schemes driven by Building Safety Act requirements. The role This is not a purely strategic Director position. My client needs someone who can step in, take control, and deliver. The first priority will be stabilising and driving a live high-rise recladding project, bringing it back on programme and ensuring full compliance. From there, you'll move into overseeing multiple projects while building out and leading the construction function. You will be the key operational lead across the business, bridging design, delivery, and commercial. What you'll be doing Taking full ownership of a live high-rise remediation project and getting it back on track Leading construction delivery across multiple façade and cladding projects Managing site teams, including Site Managers and subcontractors Ensuring all works comply with fire safety regulations and the Building Safety Act Driving programme management and project delivery performance Overseeing design coordination and ensuring drawings are approved and signed off by Building Control Acting as a key point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and regulators Working closely with the commercial team on cost, variations, and risk Building and developing the construction team as the business grows What my client is looking for Proven experience operating at senior level within the façade, cladding, or building envelope sector Background in roles such as Construction Director or Senior Construction Manager Strong experience delivering high-rise residential or remediation projects Deep understanding of façade systems and fire safety requirements Solid knowledge of the Building Safety Act and compliance processes Experience managing design coordination and navigating approvals Strong leadership skills with the ability to run projects autonomously The type of person who'll do well Someone who is comfortable taking full ownership and accountability A hands-on leader who can operate across design, site, and commercial Strong under pressure, particularly when stepping into live or challenging projects Able to work within an SME environment where structure is still evolving A practical problem-solver who knows how to get projects delivered What's on offer £90k-100k salary depending on experience A senior, high-impact role with real authority and responsibility The opportunity to shape and build the delivery side of a growing contractor Strong pipeline of remediation and safety-led work Support from experienced leadership, with autonomy to run projects your way This is a role for someone who wants more than a title. It's an opportunity to take control, make an impact, and play a key role in the growth of a specialist façade contractor. If you're open to hearing more, or just want a confidential discussion, get in touch. INDWIN Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed) /> Many Thanks