Assistant Site Manager

Daniel Owen Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Owen is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager to lead kitchen and bathroom refurbishment projects in social housing in Nottingham. You will coordinate site teams, ensure safety and quality, and maintain programmes for occupied and void properties.

Ideal candidates will have social housing refurbishment experience, strong organisation, and IT skills, plus First Aid and a full UK driving licence. This temporary‑permanent role offers a 12‑week initial period with PAYE pay.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Site Manager within social housing refurbishment.
• Sound technical knowledge of building trades relevant to kitchen and bathroom refurbishment.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills with a methodical and professional approach to site management.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and experience ensuring compliance on live sites.
• Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office, project management software, and digital reporting systems).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void social housing properties.
• Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and trades to ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance, ensuring all works are conducted in line with statutory and company procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and progress meetings to monitor performance and maintain productivity.
• Manage project resources, including labour, materials, and plant, to achieve cost efficiency and programme targets.
• Produce site documentation including risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), daily site diaries, and progress reports.
• Proactively identify and resolve site issues, escalating where necessary to maintain programme continuity.

Education

First Aid at Work

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Assistant Site Manager - Social housing kitchen & bathrooms

Daniel Owen are recruiting an Assistant Site Manager to join a trusted principal contractor delivering high-quality roofing and kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes across the social housing sector. They partner with local authorities, housing associations, and asset management providers to improve homes and communities through excellence in service delivery, workmanship, and customer care.

Due to continued growth and new contract awards, they are seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Site Manager to lead and coordinate the successful delivery of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void housing stock.

Location: Nottingham

Contract Type: Temporary - permanent (temp 12 weeks - £240.00 per day PAYE)

As Assistant Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, ensuring that all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, in accordance with client specifications and company policies. You will be the key point of contact between the client, residents, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and smooth project delivery from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void social housing properties.
• Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and trades to ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance, ensuring all works are conducted in line with statutory and company procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and progress meetings to monitor performance and maintain productivity.
• Manage project resources, including labour, materials, and plant, to achieve cost efficiency and programme targets.
• Produce site documentation including risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), daily site diaries, and progress reports.
• Proactively identify and resolve site issues, escalating where necessary to maintain programme continuity.

Candidate Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience as an Assistant Site Manager within social housing refurbishment.
• Sound technical knowledge of building trades, materials, and installation processes relevant to kitchen and bathroom refurbishment.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills, with a methodical and professional approach to site management.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and experience ensuring compliance on live sites.
• Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office, project management software, and digital reporting systems).

Essential Qualifications:

• First Aid at Work - Essential
• Full UK Driving Licence - Essential

How to Apply:
If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.