Assistant Site Manager

Vistry Group PLC; Melbourne CP; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction company is looking for an Assistant Site Manager to assist in ensuring site compliance with health and safety, coordinating subcontractors, and maintaining construction quality. The ideal candidate will have experience in new build projects and Health and Safety management, alongside good customer-facing skills. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits such as a company car or travel allowance, and opportunities for personal development and growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Annual leave up to 39 days

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance at 4x salary

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• Experience in managing Health and Safety on construction sites.
• Strong interpersonal skills for customer interactions.
• Good knowledge of construction legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager in ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Coordinate subcontractors and materials delivery.
• Maintain construction quality through inspections.

Skills

Health and Safety management

New build project experience

Customer-facing skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Asta Team plan

Education

NVQ Level 3, 4 or 5 in Building Construction or similar

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Role Overview

In a Nutshell…

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager to join our team within Vistry North Midlands, at our William St Hughs site (LN6 9GD). As our Assistant Site Manager, you will assist the Site Manager in ensuring site compliance with health and safety, coordinating subcontractors and materials, and maintaining construction quality. Support site operations, inspections, snagging, and customer-facing activities to ensure a safe and efficient build process.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Experience working on new build projects
• Experience in the management of Health and Safety

Desirable…

• Conversation / presentational skills in the sense of a customer facing role
• NVQ Level 3, 4 or 5 in Building Construction or similar
• Valid Scaffold Inspection certificate
• Valid LOLER certificate
• Qualified to the required CIOB Grade applicable at the time in accordance with group policy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Project and Asta Team plan
• Valid First Aid at Work Certificate
• Valid SMSTS Certificate
• Valid CITB SEATS certificate
• Assisting in the management of all aspects of the build process
• Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety, and environmental obligations and building legislation

More about the Assistant Site Manager role…

• Ensure compliance with construction methods, health and safety regulations, and company policies, supporting the site manager in corrective actions and risk management.
• Coordinate with utility companies, trades, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials and services.
• Attend and support weekly site meetings, promoting communication, standards, and safety.
• Maintain site presentation, secure necessary documentation, and manage site inductions for all personnel.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to health and safety practices, accident reporting, and environmental policies.
• Oversee and maintain quality control, including inspections, snagging, and ensuring quality standards for trades and materials.
• Provide support in customer-facing activities, including home demonstrations, service visits, and addressing customer queries and issues

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empowerus to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

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