Assistant Site Manager

Avocet recruitment ltd; England; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing developer in Somerset is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support the delivery of a high-quality residential project. This role involves managing daily site operations, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have residential site experience and strong organizational skills. Attractive salary and benefits package offered along with genuine career advancement opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Pension

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience at the assistant management level in residential construction.
• Knowledge of NHBC standards and building regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and organize site operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations ensuring safety and quality.
• Coordinate subcontractors and materials on-site.
• Conduct quality inspections and maintain records.
• Promote health and safety compliance on site.
• Build relationships with teams, stakeholders, and homeowners.

Skills

Experience working on residential sites (assistant management level or equivalent)

Strong understanding of NHBC standards and building regulations

Confident communicator with strong organisational skills

Driven and proactive

Education

SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred

Job description

Position: Assistant Site Manager
Location: Somerset
Salary: Up to £52,000 + comprehensive package
Sector: Residential / Housing Development
Employment Type: Permanent
Start: ASAP

About the Company

We're partnering with one of the most respected and forward-thinking housing developers in the region. Known for delivering high-quality, design-led homes and investing heavily in career development, this business continues to expand across the South West. With a long-term, multi-phase development underway in Somerset, they're looking to appoint an ambitious Assistant Site Manager who wants to grow and progress within a thriving organisation.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you'll support the delivery of a high-quality residential scheme from groundwork stages through to final handover. You'll work closely with an experienced Site Manager and wider project team, providing leadership, coordination, and daily operational support on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Support coordination of subcontractors and materials
• Conduct quality inspections and maintain site records
• Promote and enforce Health & Safety compliance across the site
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, local stakeholders, and homeowners
• Contribute to continuous improvement and positive site culture

About You

• Experience working on residential sites (assistant management level or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of NHBC standards and building regulations
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
• Driven, proactive and eager to progress within a well-established developer
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £52,000
• Attractive package including car allowance, bonus, pension & benefits
• Long‑term pipeline of work on a flagship development
• Genuine career progression with clear routes to Site Manager and beyond
• Supportive, people-focused company culture

If you're looking for a long-term role with excellent development opportunities, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.