Assistant Site Manager

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking an Assistant Site Manager for a large-scale residential project in Scotland. In this role, you will support the Site Manager with on-site activities and ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently. Ideal candidates will have experience in site leadership and housebuilding. This role offers excellent career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Training and progression opportunities

Career growth with a reputable company

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Site Manager or in a similar site leadership role.
• Background in housebuilding, ideally with timber kit experience.
• Proven supervisory experience with a time-served trades background.

Responsibilities

• Support site management to deliver each phase of the programme on time and on budget.
• Supervise trades and labour, coordinating daily activity.
• Upkeep Health & Safety standards and Building Regulations.

Skills

Site management

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ level qualification in Construction Management

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting an Assistant Site Manager for a flagship development of over 200 new homes in West Lothian with one of the UK\'s most respected housebuilders. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a large-scale residential project and develop your career with a business that invests in its people. The development comprises a range of high-quality, low-rise timber kit family homes, and you\'ll be central to delivering them to the highest standard.

• The chance to work with an award-winning housebuilder with excellent future career prospects.
• Exposure to a major multi-phase development, boosting your experience and project profile.
• A supportive environment with an emphasis on training, progression, and team development.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you\'ll support the Site Manager with all day-to-day site activities, ensuring the build programme is met safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You\'ll help drive progress across trades and subcontractors, maintaining strong communication and attention to detail throughout the build process.

• Assisting with site management to deliver each phase of the programme on time and on budget.
• Supervising trades and labour, coordinating daily activity, and resolving issues on site.
• Upholding the highest standards of Health & Safety, NHBC requirements, and Building Regulations.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the wider team.
• Supporting handovers and ensuring excellent customer care.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience as an Assistant Site Manager or in a similar site leadership role.
• A background in housebuilding, ideally with timber kit experience.
• NVQ level qualification in Construction Management (or equivalent), or time-served in trades with proven supervisory experience.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to lead, motivate, and problem-solve effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• This role offers an excellent platform for an ambitious individual to step up within a supportive business that recognises and rewards talent.

Legal Information

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.