Assistant Site Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known construction company is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager for a residential project near Haywards Heath. The role involves overseeing plots from 1st fix to completion, supporting site management, and ensuring compliance with health and safety. This is a freelance position with a day rate between £230 and £260, offering long-term work opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager with a developer.
• Strong knowledge of the build process from 1st fix to handover.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing plots from 1st fix through to completion.
• Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations on site.
• Coordinating trades and subcontractors.

Skills

Understanding of the build process from 1st fix to handover

Ability to manage multiple trades

Health and Safety compliance knowledge

Education

Valid CSCS, SMSTS, and 1st Aid certifications

Job description

Reference: ASM_1759815618

Posted: October 7, 2025

We are currently looking for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a PLC developer on a busy residential development near Haywards Heath. This is a freelance position with a minimum of 4 weeks work.

The Assistant Site Manager will be supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager on site and taking plots from 1st fix to completion.

Responsibilities for Assistant Site Manager

• Overseeing plots from 1st fix through to completion
• Supporting the Site Manager with daily operations on site
• Coordinating trades and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered on time and to standard
• Ensuring H&S compliance across the site
• Maintaining quality control and ensuring snagging is dealt with efficiently

Requirements for Assistant Site Manager

• Previous experience working as an Assistant Site Manager with a developer
• Strong knowledge of the build process from 1st fix to handover
• Proven ability to manage multiple trades on a fast paced site
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS and 1st Aid

What’s on Offer

• Long term freelance contract with a day rate of £230 - £260
• Opportunity to work with a respected PLC
• Long term project with strong pipeline of work

If you're an ambitious Assistant Site Manager with a track record of delivering quality homes through to completion, we'd love to hear from you

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Site Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Chelsey in our Brighton Office on 01273003033.