Assistant Site Manager

Avocet recruitment ltd; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Avocet recruitment ltd is seeking an Assistant Site Manager for a private housebuilder on a residential development in Chippenham. The role offers a clear progression path to Site Manager and a competitive package, with salary up to £55,000 dependent on experience.

The successful candidate will support daily site operations, manage subcontractors, and help maintain safety, quality, and programme adherence across the development. The opportunity promises long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as Assistant Site Manager in residential housebuilding.
• Strong understanding of build processes and health & safety requirements.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with good organisational skills.
• Ambitious and keen to progress into Site Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager with day-to-day running of the development.
• Assist in managing subcontractors and trades on site.
• Help ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to high quality.
• Monitor health and safety compliance and site presentation.
• Assist with quality inspections, snagging, and handovers.

Skills

Site management

Health & safety

Organisational skills

Leadership

Job description

Assistant Site Manager - Residential Housebuilding

Location: Chippenham/ or Swindon, Wiltshire

Salary: Up to £55,000 + competitive package

Type: Permanent

I am currently partnering with a bespoke, privately owned (non-PLC) house builder who is looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager on a permanent basis for an exciting residential development in Chippenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business with a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship and design. With multiple new sites planned across the region, the successful candidate will be offered a clear and structured progression route to Site Manager.

The Role

• Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development
• Assisting in managing subcontractors and trades on site
• Helping to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to a high standard of quality
• Monitoring health & safety compliance and site presentation
• Assisting with quality inspections, snagging, and handovers

About You

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager (or a highly experienced Site Supervisor looking to step up) within residential housebuilding
• Strong understanding of build processes and health & safety requirements
• Hands-on, proactive approach with good organisational skills
• Ambitious and keen to progress into a Site Manager role

What's on Offer

• Salary of up to £50,000, depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package
• Long-term career progression with a stable, growing house builder
• Opportunity to work on high-quality, bespoke residential developments