Assistant Construction Manager

Ambit; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Ambit is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager in London to support project delivery across sites. You will coordinate site activities, monitor progress, and aid with documentation while learning leadership and project management skills.

The role requires hands-on construction experience, strong organisation, and clear communication. This is a fast-paced position with opportunities for development in Construction Management.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory or site coordination roles within construction.
• Understanding of construction processes and site operations.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in construction.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager in delivering projects from start to finish.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating site activities.
• Monitor progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site operatives.
• Attend site meetings and contribute to planning and problem solving.
• Help manage project documentation, reports and records.
• Conduct site inspections and assist with quality assurance processes.
• Identify potential risks, delays, or issues and escalate as needed.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors and colleagues.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Site coordination

Planning and scheduling

Health & safety awareness

Communication & interpersonal skills

Multitasking under pressure

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office proficiency

Full UK driving licence

Education

Bachelor/degree in Construction Management or related

CSCS card

SMSTS or SSSTS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Construction Manager

Location: London Employment Type: Full-Time Company: Ambit

At Ambit, we're passionate about delivering high-quality construction projects that make a lasting impact. As our business continues to grow, we're looking for an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Construction Manager to support the successful delivery of projects while developing their leadership and project management skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with construction experience who is looking to take the next step in their career and gain exposure to all aspects of project delivery.

The Role

As an Assistant Construction Manager, you will work closely with Construction Managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to help ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will play a key role in coordinating site activities, monitoring progress, managing documentation, and supporting the day-to-day running of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager in delivering construction projects from start to finish.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating site activities.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site operatives.
• Attend site meetings and contribute to project planning and problem-solving.
• Help manage project documentation, reports, and records.
• Conduct site inspections and assist with quality assurance processes.
• Identify and elevate potential risk, delays, or issues.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and colleagues.

About You

We're looking for a motivated individual who is eager to learn, takes initiative, and enjoys working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience within the construction industry in a supervisory, site coordination, project support, or similar role.
• Understanding of construction processes and site operations.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within construction.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Surveying, or a related discipline.
• CSCS card.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
• Experience working on commercial, residential, industrial, or infrastructure projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Clear career progression pathways into Construction Management roles.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a variety of exciting and diverse projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement plus company benefits.

Why Ambit?

At Ambit, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in developing talent, encourage innovation, and empower our teams to make a meaningful contribution to every project. You'll be joining a company where your development is valued, your achievements are recognised, and your career can grow alongside our business.

Apply Today

If you're looking to build a rewarding career in construction management and want to be part of a team that delivers excellence, we'd love to hear from you.