Assistant Site Manager

Skilled Careers; Greenhithe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Career progression

Long-term multi-phase project

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Skilled Careers is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager for a flagship residential development near Bluewater, Kent. The role reports to the Site Manager and involves helping deliver homes safely, on programme and to high quality standards.

Offering a £55,000 base plus package, the position requires experience in residential volume housing, strong organisation and communication, and a focus on quality. A supportive team and clear career progression await in a leading house builder.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering residential volume housing developments.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.
• Quality-focused with attention to customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of subcontractors and direct labour on site
• Ensure works are completed in line with programme, drawings, specifications and company standards
• Support the Site Manager with health & safety compliance across the development
• Conduct quality inspections and manage snagging activities
• Monitor progress and identify potential delays or issues
• Help coordinate plots through construction stages to successful handover
• Manage deliveries, logistics and site presentation
• Ensure NHBC standards and building regulations are adhered to at all times
• Support customer care and defect resolution following handovers
• Maintain accurate site records and reporting documentation

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS card

First Aid certification

NHBC knowledge

Job description

Assistant Site Manager

Multi-Phase Residential Development | Near Bluewater, Kent

£55,000 + Package

Are you an ambitious Assistant Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a leading volume house builder?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established house builder delivering a large, multi-phase residential development near Bluewater, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team and play a key role in delivering quality new homes while developing your career within a respected and growing business.

The Role

Reporting to the Site Manager and Project Team, you will assist in the day-to-day management of the development, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of subcontractors and direct labour on site
• Ensure works are completed in line with programme, drawings, specifications and company standards
• Support the Site Manager with health & safety compliance across the development
• Conduct quality inspections and manage snagging activities
• Monitor progress and identify potential delays or issues
• Help coordinate plots through construction stages to successful handover
• Manage deliveries, logistics and site presentation
• Ensure NHBC standards and building regulations are adhered to at all times
• Support customer care and defect resolution following handovers
• Maintain accurate site records and reporting documentation

Requirements

• Previous experience working as an Assistant Site Manager within residential housebuilding
• Experience delivering volume housing developments
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors and internal teams
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications preferred
• NHBC knowledge would be advantageous

What's on Offer?

• Salary in the region of £55,000
• Competitive benefits package
• Career progression opportunities with a leading house builder
• Long-term, multi-phase development providing excellent stability
• Supportive and professional working environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager seeking to further their career on a flagship development in one of Kent's most desirable growth locations.