Assistant Site Manager

Sustainable Resourcing; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking an Assistant Site Manager / QA Manager for a large rainscreen project. The ideal candidate will have a construction background, a CSCS card, and experience in site management. Responsibilities include overseeing installation quality, problem resolution, and effective communication between teams to ensure smooth project progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role required.
• CSCS card is essential.
• Construction site experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the quality of rainscreen installation.
• Resolve installation problems effectively.
• Liaise between the site team and technical department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear verbal and written communication skills

Problem solving

IT applications proficiency

Education

CSCS card

SSSTS / SMSTS certification

First aid certification

Job description

Job description

Our client has an immediate requirement for an Assistant Site Manager / QA Manager to oversee works on a large rainscreen project.

Candidates applying should have direct knowledge of rainscreen installation from a trade background to supervision or management.

Successful candidates must have a CSCS card and some previous experience in a similar role.

Your role will include overseeing the quality of installation, resolving installation problems, and liaising between the site team and technical department.

You must be personable, professional, and able to communicate effectively at all levels. A good/basic working knowledge of IT applications, especially Word and Outlook, is essential.

The candidate must be able to communicate at different levels, from managing and pushing sub-contractors to liaising with management.

You should have a background to understand construction techniques, check quality, and be driven to ensure works progress smoothly. The ability to think on your feet and adopt a common-sense approach on site is essential.

Essential for the role:

• Proven experience in a similar role
• CSCS Card
• Ideally SSSTS / SMSTS and first aid certification
• Site construction experience
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency in IT applications such as Word and Outlook
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to carry out admin tasks with minimal supervision