Assistant Site Manager

Clark Contracts Ltd; Ratho Station; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contractor is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Site Manager to support housing projects in Scotland. You'll gain hands-on experience and work with experienced Site Managers, overseeing subcontractors, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have site-based experience, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of safety standards. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical Illness Income Protection

Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay

Eyecare Vouchers

Employee volunteering scheme

Additional holidays for long service

Qualifications

• Experience in a site-based construction role, preferably as a Trainee or Assistant Site Manager.
• Enthusiasm to progress career in site management.
• Preferred knowledge of NHBC and BC advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in project completion.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors.
• Assist with documentation and progress reports.
• Contribute to site meetings and maintain site records.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT literate

Health & Safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts Ltd is a privately owned main contractor with several operating divisions; Construction, Fit Out, Refurbishment, Retail, Housing and Maintenance. We employ over 250 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.

As we continue to grow and secure exciting new projects, we are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Site Manager to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in site management, gain hands‑on experience, and work alongside experienced Site Managers on a variety of projects across Scotland.

Role & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will assist in:

• Supporting the Site Manager in ensuring housing projects are completed safely, on time, to budget, and to the highest standard of workmanship.
• Coordinating and supervising subcontractors on site, including trades specific to housing developments.
• Assisting with site documentation, progress reports, and programme monitoring.
• Contributing to site meetings with clients, design teams, and subcontractors.
• Monitoring quality and ensuring compliance with housing specifications, drawings, and building regulations.
• Maintaining accurate site records and assisting with cost control.
• Promoting and fully embracing the company’s Customers 1st campaign to continually improve the way we deal with our residents and clients.

Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates should:

• Have experience working in a site-based construction role, ideally as a Trainee or Assistant Site Manager on housing or residential projects.
• Have strong organisational and communication skills.
• Be IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Project experience advantageous).
• Show enthusiasm to progress their career in site management within a leading main contractor specialising in housing.
• Demonstrate a strong awareness of Health & Safety and quality standards relevant to housing developments.
• Preferred knowledge of NHBC and BC would be an advantage.

Why work for us?

At Clark Contracts Ltd, we offer more than just a job. We are committed to investing in our employees and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience), you will benefit from:

• 33 days annual leave entitlement (This is inclusive of 8 public holidays), with the option to purchase additional holidays.
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Contributory personal pension scheme.
• Access to the company’s Employee Assistance Programme which includes support for both you and your family (conditions apply) as well as a team of Mental Health First Aiders.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Critical Illness Income Protection.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay.
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Employee volunteering scheme.
• Additional holidays for long service.

This is a full time, permanent position.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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