Main contractor seeking an experienced Externals Manager to join the team on a £50M residential development in Henley-on-Thames.
The project consists of the demolition of an existing office scheme and the construction of a new extra care retirement village comprising 100 residential units alongside extensive amenity spaces, landscaping, access roads, parking, and associated infrastructure works.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor on a technically challenging scheme with a strong focus on quality and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate all external packages including façade, roofing, brickwork, windows, and associated envelope works.
* Chair regular design and coordination meetings with consultants and subcontractors.
* Work closely with the Project Manager to drive programme and sequencing of external works.
* Ensure subcontractors are working from the latest drawings and technical information.
* Monitor procurement schedules and coordinate deliveries in line with programme requirements.
* Oversee quality assurance processes, inspections, testing, snagging, and handovers.
* Ensure all works are delivered in line with health & safety standards and project specifications.
* Use BIM and digital field management tools to track progress, quality, and coordination.
* Review subcontractor RAMS, progress reports, and look-ahead programmes.
* Coordinate sample approvals and testing regimes for façade and roofing packages.
* Manage interface coordination between external envelope packages and internal works.
Requirements
* Proven experience delivering externals packages on large-scale residential or mixed-use projects.
* Strong knowledge of façade systems, roofing, brickwork, and envelope coordination.
* Previous experience working for a main contractor.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
* Construction-related qualification or trade background preferred.
* Strong subcontractor management and coordination skills.
* Excellent communication and organisational ability.
* Experience working with BIM-led projects is advantageous.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please apply via the link below for a confidential discussion