Assistant Site Manager

Construction & Property Recruitment; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Health insurance

Job summary

Construction & Property Recruitment seeks an Assistant Site Manager to oversee daily on-site operations alongside the Site Manager. You will manage subcontractors, drive the build programme, and ensure NHBC compliance.

You will lead safety inductions, toolbox talks, and site reporting, stepping up to manage the site in the Site Manager's absence and aiming for top-tier customer satisfaction during handovers.

Qualifications

• Experience as Assistant Site Manager or senior site supervisor in residential timber-frame builds.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC guidelines and new-build techniques.
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS/SSSTS, and First Aid at Work certifications.
• Good IT skills for site reporting and documentation.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-site operations with the Site Manager.
• Manage subcontractors and trades to keep the build programme on track.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety checks.
• Maintain accurate site records and progress reporting.
• Support handovers aiming for high customer satisfaction.

Job description

The Role

Working hand-in-hand with the Site Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing daily operations on-site, managing subcontractors, and keeping construction on track with our build programme.

Key Requirements:

• Quality Control: Conduct routine site inspections, produce detailed snagging lists, and drive the sign-off process to meet strict quality and NHBC guidelines.
• Health & Safety: Actively promote a safety-first culture by delivering site inductions, toolbox talks, and carrying out routine safety checks.
• Operations Support: Help coordinate on-site labour, plant machinery, materials, and equipment.
• Leadership: Supervise subcontractors and trades, keep accurate site progress records, and seamlessly step up to manage the site when the Site Manager is away.
• Customer Focus: Work to ensure final handovers meet and exceed 5-star customer satisfaction ratings.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven track record in an Assistant Site Manager role or as a strong construction supervisor within residential or timber-frame housebuilding.
• Excellent understanding of new-build housing construction techniques and NHBC compliance standards.
• A valid CSCS card, SMSTS (or SSSTS), and First Aid at Work certification.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with technical, commercial, and trade teams, combined with good basic IT skills for site reporting.
• A full, clean UK driving license.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Generous company pension scheme and health insurance.
• True long-term career continuity with a regional pipeline of future housing developments across East and Central Scotland.