Building Envelope Senior Project Manager
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing building envelope solutions company for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their senior leadership team.
This is a key, high-level appointment with genuine influence over project delivery, operational standards, and team development as the business continues to expand.
Although mainly office based in Manchester, you will be responsible for overseeing projects across the UK. You will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of building envelope and façade projects nationwide, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, to the highest quality standards, and within budget. The role combines technical expertise, hands-on site leadership, and strong commercial awareness. You will play a key role in managing Site Managers, maintaining delivery standards, and contributing to the future growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Full end-to-end delivery of building envelope/facades projects
Extensive contract management including negotiation
Pre-construction setup including programmes, resources, and documentation
Oversight of programme, quality, cost, and risk
Hands-on leadership across live sites and direct management of Site Managers
Ensuring full Health & Safety and regulatory compliance
Working closely with Commercial / QS teams on cost control, valuations, and variations
Supporting tendering and pricing of façade packages
Producing weekly and monthly project reports
Maintaining strong client and contractor relationships
Mentoring and developing site and project management teams
Essential:
Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager within building envelope / façades (essential)
Health and safety accredited
Strong contract management experience
Strong technical knowledge of building envelope systems
Solid understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and compliance
Strong leadership and communication skills
Full, clean UK driving licence
Experience working as both principal contractor and specialist subcontractor (desirable)
Background in residential, student accommodation, or industrial projects (desirable)
Experience developing and mentoring site-based management teams What's on Offer
Salary (negotiable depending on experience)
Company car or car allowance
Bonus scheme
Senior role within a growing, specialist contractor
Long-term career progression and influence within the business