Assistant Site Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Progression

Mentorship

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager for a 100-unit traditional build development in the UK. You will report to the Senior Site Manager and oversee your allocated plots, ensuring production moves smoothly while maintaining quality and NHBC standards.

You bring proven residential housebuilding experience, ability to manage subcontractors, and strong organisational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager within residential housebuilding.
• Experience working for a PLC or volume housebuilder; strong traditional build experience.
• Good knowledge of NHBC standards and inspection processes.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and maintain production flow.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating subcontractors across allocated plots.
• Taking plots from roof stage through to completion and handover.
• Monitoring build quality and ensuring works are completed correctly first time.
• Coordinating trades to maintain momentum against the build programme.
• Preparing plots for NHBC inspections and ensuring standards are met.
• Maintaining health & safety standards across your area.
• Supporting the Senior Site Manager with programme planning.

Skills

Residential housebuilding

Site coordination

Subcontractor management

NHBC knowledge

Job description

Assistant Site Manager

We're working with a well-established residential developer with a long-standing reputation for building quality homes at scale, with developments across the UK and a strong focus on maintaining consistent standards from the first plot through to handover.

They're looking for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a 100-unit traditional build development that is already well underway, with around 18 months remaining on the programme.

You’ll be reporting directly into an experienced Senior Site Manager, becoming an important part of the site team as the development moves through its next stages. This isn't an opportunity for someone looking to make their first move into housebuilding - we're specifically looking for an Assistant Site Manager with a proven residential housebuilding background who understands how a volume development needs to run.

The site is at a stage where there's plenty to get your teeth into, particularly around taking plots from the roofing stage through to completion. Experience with externals would also be useful, giving you the opportunity to broaden your exposure as the development progresses.

And there's a bigger picture here too. The site team have their sights set on achieving industry recognition for the quality of the development, so you'll be joining a team that takes pride in what they're producing and wants to be recognised for it.

The Role

You’ll be working closely with the Senior Site Manager and taking ownership of your own areas of the development, helping keep plots moving while making sure standards don’t slip as production increases.

You’ll be involved in:

• Managing and coordinating subcontractors across your allocated plots
• Taking plots from roof stage through to completion and handover
• Monitoring build quality and ensuring works are completed correctly first time
• Coordinating trades to maintain momentum against the build programme
• Supporting the delivery of external works where required
• Preparing plots for NHBC inspections and ensuring required standards are consistently met
• Identifying problems early and working with trades and the Senior Site Manager to resolve them
• Maintaining strong health & safety standards across your area
• Keeping your plots organised and ready for the next trade
• Building good relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Supporting the Senior Site Manager with programme planning and upcoming workloads
• Helping create the kind of site environment where people take pride in the work they’re putting their name to

What We're Looking For

This is specifically a residential housebuilding opportunity, so previous experience in the sector is essential.

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager within residential housebuilding
• Experience working for a PLC or volume housebuilderStrong traditional build experience
• Good knowledge of NHBC standards and inspection processes
• Experience taking plots from roof through to completion
• External works experience would be advantageous
• The ability to confidently manage subcontractors and keep production moving
• Good organisation and communication skills
• A practical approach to solving problems on site

SMSTS, CSCS and First AidWe're looking for someone who already understands the rhythm of a residential site and can step in, take responsibility for their area and make a difference from day one.

What's On Offer

• Up to £58,000 basic salary
• Competitive package
• Bonus
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced Senior Site Manager
• Approximately 18 months remaining on the current development
• Genuine opportunity to broaden your experience across the build
• Clear scope for progression within the wider business
• The chance to be part of a site team working towards industry recognition for the quality of the development

If you’re an Assistant Site Manager with genuine housebuilding experience and you’re looking for a role where you can take on more responsibility, develop your knowledge and be part of a site with ambitions beyond simply getting the plots over the line, this is worth a conversation.