Assistant Site Manager

Navartis Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Navartis Ltd has a vacancy in Derby for an Assistant Site Manager to support on-site delivery with an experienced Site Manager. You will help coordinate subcontractors, monitor safety and quality, and assist with planning, logistics and handovers.

The role requires prior supervisory construction experience, familiarity with main contractor environments, and a strong commitment to progression into site management. A proactive, communicative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Assistant Site Manager or strong supervisory background within construction.
• Experience working for a Main Contractor, ideally on new build projects.
• Good understanding of construction processes and site operations.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of construction activities on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works progress according to programme.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and site compliance.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality standards are achieved.
• Support the Site Manager with planning, logistics and site coordination.
• Attend site meetings and communicate effectively with subcontractors and project team.
• Assist with site inspections, snagging and handover processes.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

SMSTS/SSSTS certification

CSCS Card

First Aid qualification

Job description

Are you an ambitious Assistant Site Manager looking to take the next step in your construction career?

I am currently working with a well-established and respected Regional Main Contractor that is looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager to join its growing team in Derby.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects, offering excellent career progression, a supportive working environment and the opportunity to develop into a fully-fledged Site Manager.

The Role

Working alongside an experienced Site Manager and wider project delivery team, you will play an important role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day management of construction activities on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are progressing in line with the programme.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and site compliance.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality standards are achieved.
• Support the Site Manager with planning, logistics and site coordination.
• Attend site meetings and communicate effectively with subcontractors and the project team.
• Assist with site inspections, snagging and handover processes.
• Help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive and keen to develop their career within a reputable main contractor.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager or a strong supervisory background within construction.
• Experience working for a Main Contractor, ideally on new build projects.
• A good understanding of construction processes and site operations.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
• CSCS Card.
• First Aid qualification (desirable).
• A genuine ambition to progress into Site Management.