Skilled Careers have just landed a new role in central Brighton. 

We are currently recruiting for an Envelope Manager / Facades Manager on a freelance basis to start Mid May 2025.

Position: Envelope Manager / Facades Manager

Contract type: Freelance

Location: Brighton, East Sussex 

Start date: Mid May 2025

Duration: anticipated 13 weeks

Pay rate: £ negotiable and dependant upon experience

Payment type: We are able to offer this role as UTR, Limited company outside of IR35 and PAYE

Skilled Careers contact: Nicola Abbey 

Overview

We are seeking a experienced Envelope Manager that has proven track record of delivering a variety of envelope systems for roofs (pitched and flat) and facades (brick-slips, curtain walling, render, traditional brickwork, fire protection and temporary works). This residential project is built across 3 phased blocks which will all be within your remit.

Responsibilities:

Working closely with the design team, understanding design detailing issues and be able to contribute to finding solutions to issues as they arise.

Provide input into the design and manage the installation of temporary works which include scaffolding, barrier & fall protection and hoarding systems.

Coordinate and direct multiple key contractors.

Monitor project progress and prepare regular reports for stakeholders.

Conduct site inspections to assess conformance of materials and with design detail along with ensuring work is being carried out in line with Method Statements.

Ensure fire segregation is installed inline with current fire regulations.

Chair Daily Activity Briefings (DABs)

Chair programme meetings with your contractors to monitor progress against the programme.

Record and manage Quality Assurance

Read design drawings and specifications.

Health & safety on site including inductions, reviewing & amending RAMS, inspections, issuing permits to work and issuing non-conformance notices.

Use the online Information Management System.

Experience:

Proven experience as a Envelope Manager within a modular construction setting and working knowledge of SFS structures.

Up to date knowledge of building regulations with regards to cladding systems and fire safety.

Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and legal regulations.

Working with design teams.

Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with various stakeholders.

Desired qualifications:

Temporary Works Coordinator

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Scaffold Inspection (desired but not essential)