Assistant Site Manager

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

Job summary

A construction agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager for a new residential development project in Swindon. This role involves supporting the site management team and ensuring on-site safety and quality. The contract is temporary with potential for extension. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in residential projects, as well as strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, First Aid at work.
• On-site Assistant experience in residential projects.
• Willingness to learn and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring all on-site work is done safely.
• Help inspect work done by tradespeople.
• Monitor the daily work schedule.
• Support the Site Manager with materials and equipment.
• Assist with site administration and documentation.
• Help maintain the site's security and presentation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid at work

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking an experiecned Assistant Site Manager to support a new housing project of 50 plus plots.

• Job Title: Assistant Site Manager - New Build Housing (50 plus Plots)
• Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
• Salary: £180.00 - £230,00 Day Rate
• Contract: 1 Month Cover (High Potential for Extension)

About the Role

This is an excellent chance to join a new 50 plus-plot residential development in Swindon. You will work closely with the Senior Site Management team to learn and support all day-to-day operations. This short-term contract is designed to cover an immediate need, with a high likelihood of extension for the right candidate as the project progresses.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring all on-site work is done safely and according to Health & Safety rules.
• Help inspect work done by tradespeople to ensure high building standards.
• Monitor the daily work schedule to help keep the project on track.
• Support the Site Manager in arranging materials, equipment, and subcontractor access.
• Assist with site administration, recording deliveries, and filing important documents.
• Help maintain the site's security, cleanliness, and presentation.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• A qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (HNC/HND/Degree/NVQ relevant)
• Must hold a valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, First Aid at work.
• On-site Assistant experience in residential projects.
• Must show a strong willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude.

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.