Site Manager

Ipswich, Suffolk
EA Associates

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join our team on a 3-month contract to oversee a cladding remediation project.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and hands-on Site Manager with a proven background in delivering façade and cladding remediation works safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day site operations on a live cladding remediation project.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with current health and safety legislation.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site labour to maintain programme and quality standards.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inspections.
• Monitor project progress and report regularly to the Contracts Manager.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, building regulations, and client requirements.
• Oversee and manage all quality assurance (QA) processes, ensuring works are completed in line with specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, including RAMS, permits, site diaries, QA documentation, and quality records.
• Liaise professionally with clients, residents, consultants, and other stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience managing cladding remediation or façade remediation projects.
• Strong quality assurance (QA) experience is essential, with the ability to manage inspections, quality records, and handover documentation.
• Strong understanding of fire remediation and external envelope works.
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Manager Card), and First Aid at Work certificates.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage programmes, quality, and subcontractors effectively.

Desirable

• Experience working on occupied residential buildings.
• Knowledge of EWS1-related remediation projects.
• Asbestos Awareness certification.
• Temporary Works knowledge or Coordinator/Supervisor experience
• Immediate start.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile remediation project.
• Supportive and professional project team.

If you have a strong track record in cladding remediation, excellent QA experience, and are available for an immediate start, we’d love to hear from you.