Assistant Site Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in London is seeking an ambitious Assistant Site Manager to oversee residential refurbishment projects. Responsibilities include coordinating subcontractors, managing project delivery, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have experience in social housing projects, hold SMSTS and First Aid certificates, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering social housing or similar refurbishment projects.
• SMSTS and First Aid at Work certificates are essential.
• Professional and confident in client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal trades to ensure timely project delivery.
• Maintain full compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct site inductions and regular safety inspections.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Coordination skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Vanbrugh Group are currently assisting one of our main contractor clients to provide an opportunity to an ambitious Assistant Site Manager looking to take on more responsibility. The company are a leading and highly respected tier one main contractor operating in the West London region. Following continued expansion through repeat business they have been successful in securing long term, guaranteed work in the Westminster and surrounding area.

The work is predominanly residential refurbishment projects involving the upgrade and improvements to apartments and properties. The projects are often scattered and will require the Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager to have excellent construction knowledge as well as a high level of coordination and organisational skills.

As a Site Manager you will be responsible for scheduling and coordinating works, managing and adjusting construction programs, supervising subcontractors and ensuring high levels of health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations on site
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal trades to ensure timely project delivery
• Maintain full compliance with health and safety regulations
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and regular safety inspections
• Serve as the main client-facing representative on site, maintaining strong communication and professionalism
• Monitor project programme, budget, and quality
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams effectively

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering social housing or similar refurbishment projects
• SMSTS and First Aid at Work certificates (essential)
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Professional and confident in client-facing roles
• Full Driving License

If you are interested in joining a business with excellent staff retention and an unrivalled track record in developing careers then please feel free to get in touch