Assistant Site Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Cricklade; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager for a large, multi-phase development in Swindon on behalf of a leading national housebuilder. You will support the Site Manager to ensure safe delivery on programme and high-quality standards.

The role emphasizes supervising trades, coordinating site activities, maintaining quality records, and assisting with inspections, snagging and customer handover preparation, with a strong focus on safety and NHBC compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience as Assistant Site Manager or supervisor in residential construction.
• Background in housebuilding, ideally with volume builds.
• Knowledge of construction methods, build programmes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager with daily management and coordination of site activities.
• Supervise subcontractors and trades to ensure safety and quality.
• Monitor build quality and NHBC compliance; assist with inspections and handover preparation.
• Maintain site records and support resource and materials management.
• Help drive programmes and milestones; conduct regular site inspections.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

SMSTS or SSSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

We are working with a leading national housebuilder to recruit an Assistant Site Manager for a large, multi-phase development in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious construction professional looking to develop their career with an established business offering long-term progression and the opportunity to work on a quality housing development.

The successful candidate will support the Site Manager in the day-to-day running of the site, helping to ensure that homes are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest standards of quality.

The Role

• Assist the Site Manager with the daily management and coordination of site activities.
• Supervise subcontractors and trades, ensuring work is completed safely and to the required standard.
• Monitor build quality and ensure compliance with company procedures and NHBC requirements.
• Help maintain construction programmes and drive progress towards key milestones.
• Carry out regular site inspections, identifying and resolving issues as they arise.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained across the development.
• Assist with plot inspections, snagging and the preparation of homes for customer handover.
• Maintain accurate site records and support the effective management of resources and materials.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager or in a supervisory role within residential construction, and ideally with experience of trad build and timber frame.
• A background in housebuilding, ideally with a volume housebuilder.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, build programmes and quality standards.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple trades.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Relevant qualifications, including SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS and First Aid