Assistant Site Manager

Construction, Property and Engineering; Corby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager in Corby to manage residential construction projects. The ideal candidate will support the Site Manager, ensure compliance with safety standards, and oversee subcontractors. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a valid SMSTS, CSCS card, and First Aid certificate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager or Site Supervisor/finishing foreman.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety obligations.
• Experience with new build residential projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in site operations adherence to safety protocols.
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure quality and specification.
• Monitor daily build schedule and resource coordination.
• Lead site teams and resolve on-site queries.
• Maintain daily site reports and documentation.

Skills

Building regulations knowledge

Health & safety compliance

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

NHBC standards experience

Education

SMSTS, CSCS card, First Aid at Work certificate

Job description

Randstad CPE team is looking to onboard an experienced Assistant Site Manager in Corby, Northamptonshire to support Build team in delivering a high-quality residential unit (2-5 bedroom homes)

Job Title: Assistant Site Manager-Residential
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Contract: Long Term
Pay: £200.00 to £250.00 Day Rate

About the Role

As an Assistant Site Manager, you will work closely with the Site Manager to oversee daily construction activities, ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, and maintain high standards of build quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in ensuring all site operations comply with health, safety, and environmental policies, including conducting site inductions, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Oversee subcontractors and trades to ensure all work is completed to the required specification and quality standards, managing the inspection and snagging process.
• Monitor and drive the daily build schedule, coordinating materials, plant, and labour to ensure homes are delivered on time and within budget.
• Lead and motivate site teams and subcontractors, fostering strong working relationships and addressing on-site queries promptly.
• Assist with the final inspection and handover process, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Complete and maintain accurate daily site reports, documentation, and progress trackers.

Required

• Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager or experienced Site Supervisor/finishing foreman, ideally working on new build residential/housing projects.
• Strong working knowledge of building regulations and health & safety obligations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Experience with NHBC standards and inspections.
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS card First Aid at Work certificate.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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