Assistant Site Manager

Skilled Careers

Chipping Ongar

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training and progression

Job summary

Skilled Careers in Ongar, Essex is seeking an Assistant Site Manager for a 90-unit traditional build residential development. You will report to the Site Manager, help coordinate trades, monitor health and safety, and drive quality and programme performance to handover.

The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000–£55,000 with a car allowance or company car, plus an annual bonus and comprehensive benefits. Opportunities to progress to Site Manager are highlighted.

Qualifications

Experience in residential housebuilding as Assistant Site Manager or similar.
Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and building regulations is essential.
Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple trades.

Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager with day-to-day site management.
Coordinate subcontractors and trades to maintain safety, quality and programme.
Monitor build quality and NHBC compliance on all homes.
Conduct inspections and quality assurance checks.
Assist with health and safety compliance across the site.
Ensure resources (materials, labour, plant) are effectively managed.
Assist in achieving production targets and milestones.
Participate in site meetings and maintain records.
Support customer care and defect-free handovers.

Skills

NHBC standards

Building regs

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Subcontractor management

Site coordination

Education

SMSTS/SSSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Assistant Site Manager

Leading PLC House Builder

Ongar, Essex £45,000 - £55,000+ Car Allowance/Company Car + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package

The Opportunity

A leading UK PLC House Builder is seeking an ambitious and driven Assistant Site Manager to join the team on an exciting new 90-unit traditional build residential development in Ongar, Essex.

Reporting directly to the Site Manager, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of high-quality homes, ensuring exceptional standards of health and safety, build quality, customer satisfaction, and programme performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Site Manager to develop their career with a nationally recognised developer renowned for delivering quality homes and investing in employee progression.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day management of the development.
Coordinate subcontractors and trades to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to programme.
Monitor build quality and ensure all homes meet company standards and NHBC requirements.
Conduct regular inspections and quality assurance checks.
Assist with health and safety compliance across the site.
Ensure materials, labour and plant resources are effectively managed.
Support customer care objectives by delivering defect-free homes at handover.
Attend site meetings and maintain accurate site records.
Assist in achieving production targets and key build milestones.
Promote a positive site culture focused on quality, safety and teamwork.

About You

Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager, Finishing Foreman, Site Supervisor or similar role within residential housebuilding.
Experience working on traditional build housing developments.
Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and building regulations.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple workstreams.
Passion for delivering quality homes and exceptional customer service.
Ambition to progress to Site Manager level.

Essential Qualifications