Assistant Site Manager

Knightwood Associates; Colne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established national housebuilder is seeking an Assistant Site Manager based in Colne, East Cambridgeshire. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £45k-£50k along with a comprehensive package. Ideal candidates will bring essential experience with volume housebuilding, along with valid qualifications including SMSTS/SSSTS, First Aid, and CSCS card. This role promises long-term stability with clear progression routes and a supportive management team.

Qualifications

• Essential experience working with a volume housebuilder.
• Strong understanding of NHBC standards and quality control.
• Ability to support programme management and subcontractor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a multi-unit residential scheme.
• Contribute to day-to-day site operations.

Skills

Experience with volume housebuilder

Understanding of NHBC standards

Programme management support

Subcontractor coordination

H&S compliance

Good communication skills

Proactive, hands-on approach

Education

Valid SMSTS/SSSTS

First Aid

CSCS card

Job description

Role: Assistant Site Manager

We're working with a well-established national housebuilder to recruit an Assistant Site Manager for a long-term development based in the East Cambridgeshire area. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, long-standing site team with an excellent pipeline of upcoming work across the wider Cambridge region. You'll be supporting the delivery of a multi-unit residential scheme and contributing to the smooth running of day-to-day site operations.

What you'll bring

• Experience working with a volume housebuilder is essential
• Strong understanding of NHBC standards and quality control
• Ability to support programme management, subcontractor coordination and H&S compliance
• A proactive, hands-on approach with good communication skills
• Valid SMSTS/SSSTS, First Aid, and CSCS card

What's on offer

• £45k-£50k salary + competitive package
• Permanent position with a reputable, national developer
• Supportive management, clear progression routes and consistent local workload

If you're looking to develop your career with a respected housebuilder and join a reliable team with ongoing Cambridge-based projects, this opportunity offers long-term stability and growth