Assistant Site Manager

ANDREW CONSTRUCTION LIMITED; Basildon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDREW CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a major UK house builder on a temporary basis. You will support the Site Manager in delivering a high-quality residential development safely, efficiently and to programme.

Working on-site in Basildon, you will supervise subcontractors, monitor progress, ensure safety standards and maintain quality throughout the build, coordinating materials and labour while keeping clear records for handover.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential house building as an Assistant Site Manager.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of the development under the Site Manager.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and site teams.
• Monitor progress against the build programme.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance is maintained.
• Carry out regular quality inspections and ensure homes meet standards.
• Coordinate materials, labour and plant to maintain progress.
• Identify and resolve construction issues as they arise.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and the wider site team.
• Maintain accurate site records and documentation.
• Assist with snagging, completion and handover of properties.
• Keep the site safe, clean and well organised.
• Provide regular progress updates to the Site Manager.

Skills

Health & safety knowledge

Subcontractor management

Quality control

Residential construction experience

Site coordination

Education

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid certification

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a major UK house builder on a temporary basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager with a strong residential background to join an established site team and play a key role in delivering a high-quality housing development safely, efficiently and to programme.

The Role

Working closely with the Site Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day management of the development, ensuring construction activities are delivered to the required standards and programme.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development.
• Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site teams.
• Monitoring progress against the build programme.
• Ensuring high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance are maintained.
• Carrying out regular quality inspections and ensuring homes are built to the required standards.
• Coordinating materials, labour and plant to maintain progress.
• Identifying and resolving construction issues as they arise.
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and the wider site team.
• Maintaining accurate site records and construction documentation.
• Assisting with snagging, completion and handover of properties.
• Ensuring the site is kept safe, clean and well organised.
• Providing regular updates to the Site Manager on progress and any issues affecting the programme.

About You

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager within residential house building.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site activities.
• A keen eye for quality and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy site team.
• A proactive, reliable and professional approach.
• CSCS Card, SMSTS and First Aid qualifications

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Site Manager looking for a temporary position with a major house builder.