Assistant Site Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager for a large-scale, high-volume housing development in Gobowen, West Midlands. The role supports the Site Manager to keep the project on time, safe and to high-quality standards.

Typical duties include coordinating subcontractors, monitoring construction progress and ensuring site procedures are followed in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a short-term start with potential for a long-term permanent role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on large-scale new-build housing developments.
• Experience as an Assistant Site Manager within new build housing.
• Experience with traditional build and timber frame construction.
• SMSTS preferred, SSSTS will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of the development under the Site Manager.
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades, monitor progress and quality.
• Maintain health & safety standards and site procedures.
• Ensure work is delivered on programme and to required standards.

Skills

Large-scale housing

Assistant Site Manager experience

Private housebuilding

Timber frame construction

Health & safety oversight

Subcontractor coordination

Communication skills

Programme management

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a respected and well-established housebuilder in the West Midlands, working on a large-scale new-build housing development in Gobowen.

This is initially a short-term opportunity, with the potential for the right candidate to move into a long-term position.

Experience within large-scale new-build housing developments is essential. We are looking for someone who has a strong background in private housebuilding and is confident working in a fast-paced, volume-build environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Site Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day management of the development, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

You will be responsible for supporting the coordination of subcontractors and trades, monitoring progress, maintaining health & safety standards and ensuring work is completed in line with the company's high-quality requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience on large-scale new-build housing developments
• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager within new build housing
• Experience with both traditional build and timber frame construction
• SMSTS preferred, although SSSTS will be considered
• Valid CSCS card
• Valid First Aid qualification
• Strong understanding of residential construction, health & safety and site procedures
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and trades
• Good knowledge of build programmes, quality control and site management
• Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively within a busy, high-volume housebuilding environment

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected housebuilder on a substantial new-build development, with the potential for the role to become long-term for the right person.

The relevant contact for this role is Molly in our Bolton Office. You can contact me on (phone number removed) or via email at . If suitable, I will be in touch to discuss this opportunity with you further