Construction Manager – Façade / Cladding
Job description / Role
Employment: Full TimePosition Title: Construction Manager – Façade / Cladding
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Contracting / Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
About the Role
A leading contracting firm in Dubai is seeking a skilled Construction Manager – Façade / Cladding to oversee the full execution of façade and external envelope works across complex, high-rise, and large-scale developments. The role requires deep technical expertise in façade systems, exceptional project coordination skills, and experience managing specialist subcontractors in a dynamic construction environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead, plan, and manage all façade and cladding works from mobilization through to project completion.
Ensure execution aligns with approved designs, technical specifications, and quality standards.
Liaise with consultants, design teams, and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and coordinate engineering solutions.
Monitor installation activities and ensure alignment with project schedules, safety standards, and regulatory approvals.
Supervise subcontractors and façade specialists, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and workmanship standards.
Manage inspections, QA/QC procedures, mock-ups, and material approvals related to external envelope works.
Coordinate with internal project managers, structural engineers, and architectural teams to ensure façade integration with overall building systems.
Conduct regular site inspections and progress reviews; generate status reports for senior stakeholders.
Ensure health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices are strictly adhered to across façade work areas.
Requirements:
RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in façade and cladding construction, with at least 5 years in the UK or GCC.
Strong knowledge of unitized, stick system, curtain wall, ACP, GRC, stone cladding, and ventilated façade systems.
Experience in overseeing façade works on high-rise, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
Familiarity with local building regulations, façade design codes, and authority requirements.
Proficient in interpreting façade drawings, shop drawings, and engineering details.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and coordination skills.
Preferred CandidateExperience with Tier-1 contracting firms or international façade specialists.
Proficiency in project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
Strong communication and reporting skills; fluent in English.
PMP or façade-specific certifications are an advantage.
Job Function: Engineering - Civil & ConstructionCompany Industry: Construction
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