Assistant Site Manager – High-Rise Residential

Construction Resources; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Resources is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager for a major high-rise development in Salford, Greater Manchester. This permanent role involves supporting the Site Manager, coordinating subcontractors and specialist trades, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to a high standard.

You will contribute to look-ahead planning, monitor progress, read drawings and RAMS, and uphold quality and safety across live-site activities, including firestopping and drylining.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager, Site Supervisor or similar.
• Experience working on high-rise residential or commercial developments.
• Strong live-site experience.
• Experience managing subcontractors and specialist trades.
• Knowledge of firestopping, passive fire protection, fire doors and/or drylining.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Site Manager with daily site operations.
• Coordinating subcontractors, specialist trades and site operatives.
• Monitoring progress against the programme and identifying potential delays.
• Ensuring works comply with drawings, specifications and RAMS.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality.
• Coordinating firestopping, passive fire protection, fire door and drylining works.
• Liaising with the Client, consultants and wider project team.
• Supporting short-term planning and look-ahead programmes.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and progress.
• Assisting with inspections, snagging and project handover.
• Maintaining accurate site records and project documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ/HNC/HND or equivalent

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

Construction Resources is recruiting an Assistant Site Manager for a major high-rise development in Salford, Greater Manchester. This permanent role involves supporting the Site Manager, coordinating subcontractors and specialist trades, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to a high standard.

You will contribute to look-ahead planning, monitor progress, read drawings and RAMS, and uphold quality and safety across live-site activities, including firestopping and drylining.