Façade Supervisor - Building Contractor - Kildare

Office/Project Location: Newbridge, Kildare

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Site Based - large scale commercial and residential developments

Pay: €65K-€85K based on experience

Experience: 5+years with main contractors on large scale façade projects 

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is one of Ireland’s leading construction companies working on a range of projects from Commercial, Fit Out and Residential to Industrial and Pharmaceutical.

The Facade Supervisor will lead the delivery, coordination and technical assurance of façade design, fabrication and installation across assigned projects. 

This role will act as the primary point of contact for façade design teams, specialist sub-contractors and clients, ensuring façades are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required aesthetic and performance standards. 

The post-holder will drive quality, manage technical risk and ensure compliance with statutory and contractual requirements from design development through to handover

Lead and coordinate façade design development, ensuring buildability, compliance with performance criteria and alignment with the overall project programme

Manage tendering and procurement of façade subcontractors and suppliers, evaluating proposals, technical submissions and commercial offers in conjunction with the commercial team

Oversee production of detailed façade design information, including drawings, specifications, mock-up requirements and performance testing plans

Coordinate and manage façade mock-ups, prototype testing and site trials; review results and implement corrective actions to achieve specified performance

Provide technical leadership and support to site teams and subcontractors during installation, ensuring workmanship achieves required tolerances and quality standards

Prepare, review and issue technical correspondence, site instructions, snagging lists and handover documentation to maintain clear audit trails

Identify and manage design and installation risks, develop mitigation measures and escalate complex technical or commercial issues to senior stakeholders as required

Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, building standards and company health & safety policies; promote safe working practices on site

Liaise with clients, architects, structural engineers and statutory bodies to resolve technical queries and maintain strong working relationships

Monitor and control façade budgets and costs, support preparation of change proposals and assist the commercial team with valuation of variations

Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned, sharing best practice and mentoring junior staff within the façade team

Requirements

Extensive experience in managing facades projects with a proven track record with main contractors or specialist sub contractors

Proven experience managing façade design and delivery on medium to large construction projects, gained with a main contractor, specialist contractor, consultant or developer

Strong technical understanding of curtain walling, rainscreen systems, windows, cladding interfaces and associated structural support systems

Experience of managing façade mock-ups, performance testing (air, water, structural) and quality assurance processes

Good commercial awareness with experience of procurement, contract administration and managing variations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to present complex technical information clearly to clients, design teams and site personnel

Organised and methodical with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure

Proficient user of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; experience with drawing review tools, project management software and Document Management Systems is desirable

Relevant professional qualification or membership (or equivalent experience) in façade engineering, building engineering, architectural technology or related discipline is advantageous

Full driving licence and willingness to travel to sites and supplier facilities as required

Strong and effective sub-contractor management skills

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communication skills

Package

€65-€85K based on experience including pension scheme, professional subscription support and additional company benefits.

Contact

Sheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Facade Manager interested in roles based in Kildare you can contact Sheila by e-mail at sheila@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-7978720 for a confidential chat.

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With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Facade Managers in Ireland.

Due to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond directly to every individual.

EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

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