Assistant Site Manager

Potensis; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Potensis is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join a residential development in the Bristol area. You will support the Site Manager, coordinate subcontractors and help deliver high-quality new homes.

This role suits an ambitious construction professional looking to progress, with SMSTS/CSCS and First Aid desirable. You will work with an experienced site team, ensuring health and safety compliance and on-time programme updates.

Qualifications

• Residential construction knowledge and experience.
• Understanding of health and safety and quality control.
• Ambition to develop and progress within the industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager with daily running of the development.
• Coordinate subcontractors and monitor progress against the construction programme.
• Ensure all works meet health and safety requirements.
• Carry out regular site inspections to maintain build quality.
• Monitor workmanship and compliance with drawings, specifications and building regulations.
• Assist with site meetings, progress reporting and programme updates.
• Help resolve on-site issues and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors and the wider project team.
• Maintain a safe, organised and professional site environment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

We are working on behalf of a well-established residential developer looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager to join their team on an exciting residential development in the Bristol area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious construction professional looking to further their career within residential housebuilding, working alongside an experienced site team to deliver high-quality new homes.

We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience working on residential developments, with a background in either traditional build or RC frame construction.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you will support the day-to-day management of the development, helping to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Site Manager with the daily running of the development.
• Coordinating subcontractors and monitoring progress against the construction programme.
• Ensuring all works are completed in line with health and safety requirements.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to maintain build quality and identify any issues.
• Monitoring workmanship and ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications and building regulations.
• Assisting with site meetings, progress reporting and programme updates.
• Helping to resolve on-site issues and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors and the wider project team.
• Ensuring the site is maintained to a safe, organised and professional standard.

About You

• Previous experience in an Assistant Site Manager or similar supervisory role.
• Experience within residential construction or housebuilding.
• A background in traditional build or RC frame construction.
• A good understanding of construction processes, health and safety and quality control.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• A proactive attitude with the ambition to develop and progress within the industry.
• Relevant construction qualifications, with SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid desirable.

The Opportunity

This is a great chance to join a residential developer with the opportunity to build on your existing experience, contribute to the successful delivery of a quality development and continue your professional development.