Assistant Site Manager

ARC (Norwich) Ltd; Chipping Ongar; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC (Norwich) Ltd is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager for a permanent role in Ongar, Essex. You will support the Site Manager in day-to-day management of a residential development, ensuring work is delivered safely, on programme and to NHBC standards.

The ideal candidate will have prior residential developer or housebuilder experience, a minimum Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision or equivalent, and a strong understanding of traditional build methods.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors and site trades.
• Experience in residential development environments.
• Knowledge of NHBC standards and traditional build methods.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of a residential housing development.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trades and on-site personnel to ensure safety and quality.
• Monitor build progress against programme and assist with corrective actions.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, regulations and NHBC standards.
• Maintain regular site inspections and address defects promptly.
• Promote health and safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Level 4 NVQ Construction Site Supervision/Management

Job description

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Residential New Build

The Opportunity

We are working in partnership with a leading PLC residential developer to recruit an experienced

Assistant Site Manager for a permanent opportunity based in Ongar, Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established national housebuilder with a strong reputation for quality, customer satisfaction and delivering high-quality new homes. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of a residential development, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest standards of workmanship.

Working closely with the Site Manager and wider construction team, you will play a key role in coordinating subcontractors, monitoring build progress, maintaining health and safety standards and ensuring all homes meet the required quality specifications.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in traditional build residential housing, a strong understanding of NHBC standards and a minimum Level 4 NVQ qualification in a relevant construction or site management discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of a residential housing development.

Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trades and site personnel to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.

Monitor build progress against the construction programme, identifying potential delays and supporting the implementation of corrective actions.

Ensure all works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, building regulations and NHBC technical standards.

Maintain a strong focus on quality control, carrying out regular site inspections and ensuring defects are identified and rectified promptly.

Promote a positive health and safety culture, ensuring site activities comply with company policies and statutory requirements.

Assist with site inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments and method statement compliance.

Monitor materials, deliveries and site logistics to ensure resources are available when required.

Liaise with the Site Manager, technical teams, contractors and other stakeholders to resolve site issues and maintain progress.

Support inspections, quality checks and sign-off processes throughout the build programme.

Help ensure plots are completed to the required specification and handed over in line with programme deadlines.

Maintain accurate site records and contribute to progress reporting.

Assist with customer care and handover activities, ensuring completed homes meet the developer's quality expectations.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager

A minimum Level 4 NVQ qualification in Construction Site Supervision, Construction Site Management or a relevant equivalent discipline.

Proven experience working for a residential developer or housebuilder.

A solid understanding of

traditional build construction methods, particularly low-rise housing developments.

Practical experience working to NHBC standards and maintaining high levels of build quality.

A good understanding of health and safety legislation, site compliance and risk management.

Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing trades on a live residential development.

The ability to monitor construction programmes and ensure works are completed to deadlines.

Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.

A proactive attitude with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering quality homes.

A full UK driving licence.

For further information contact Jenny Saban on 07564577561 /