Assistant Site Manager

Mediaweb Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Site Manager to join their dynamic construction team. This role involves ensuring the safe operation of construction sites while collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver high-quality homes. Ideal candidates will embody values of passion and collaboration, with a strong background in construction management. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing customer satisfaction and driving project success, all within a supportive and innovative work environment that prioritizes professional growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days

Choice of company car or car allowance

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Holiday Buy Back Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Healthshield membership

Life Assurance Scheme

Share Purchase Plan

High street/store discounts

Qualifications

• CSCS card required; experience in housebuilding industry preferred.
• Must have SMSTS card and full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of the site and compliance with procedures.
• Liaise with stakeholders and manage onsite construction responsibilities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Construction Methods Knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 4 Construction Site Supervision

First Aid at Work Certification

Tools

Zutec

Digital Plot Books

Job description

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about joining a high-performing, customer-focused on-site construction team and genuinely care about building affordable quality homes where they are needed most?

If you are passionate about what we do here at Gleeson and are considering a new challenge, we have a great opportunity for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join our Construction team. You will work with external partners and subcontractors while collaborating with our onsite Sales team.

To be considered for this role, you will share our Gleeson Values of being Passionate, Collaborative, and Respectful, along with having previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager working on high-volume new build housing developments.

Main Responsibilities

We're looking for proactive individuals who genuinely believe in building homes and changing lives. We value collaborative leaders who positively influence teams and communicate effectively across departments, both on and offsite. You will reinforce directions set by the Site and Contracts Manager, helping to deliver development safely and on schedule. Leading by example is essential.

The Role Includes

• Ensuring the safe operation of the site, reinforcing Home Safe procedures, maintaining attention to detail, and proactively ensuring compliance.
• Supporting the management of onsite Construction and Customer Care responsibilities.
• Ensuring effective compliance, control, and deployment of Construction and Customer Care activities as per company policies, including managing defects post-completion to achieve 5-star customer satisfaction.
• Liaising with all stakeholders and suppliers, both internal and external.
• Maintaining and establishing relationships, including engaging with local communities to support the Gleeson model.
• Using Zutec and Digital Plot Books.

The Ideal Candidate

• CSCS card as a minimum
• NVQ Level 4 Construction Site Supervision or similar construction-related NVQ — working towards or achieved a Pass or Distinction
• SMSTS card holder
• First Aid at Work certification
• CISRS Scaffold qualification
• Good knowledge of construction methods and processes
• Awareness of relevant codes of practice, e.g., NHBC, Building Regulations
• Experience in the housebuilding industry
• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager or Site Supervisor is preferred
• Full UK driving license

Please ensure you bring your qualifications to the interview, as we will ask for evidence.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum plus bank holidays
• Choice of company car or car allowance
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthshield membership
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Share Purchase Plan
• High street/store discounts
• Development Opportunities