Assistant Site Manager - Housing

S Guest Consultancy Services Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

S Guest Consultancy Services Ltd is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join a residential development team. You will support the Site Manager, coordinate subcontractors, monitor progress, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance on site in the Telford area.

The role offers development opportunities, with a focus on delivering homes on programme while maintaining high safety and quality standards. A CSCS card and driving licence are required, with SMSTS preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within residential housebuilding.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC, LABC or Premier standards.
• Strong knowledge of construction health, safety and environmental requirements.
• A valid CSCS card.
• SMSTS qualification is preferred.
• A full UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Construction Site Supervision would be advantageous, although development and training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager with the overall management and coordination of the development.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure plots are delivered in line with agreed programmes and specifications.
• Ensure all works meet required quality standards and relevant building regulations.
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and environmental compliance across the site.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and the wider site workforce.
• Check materials are ordered, delivered and stored appropriately to support the build programme.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, including inductions, inspections, records and reports.
• Liaise with warranty providers, local authorities, utility companies and other external parties when required.
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Customer Care and other departments to ensure smooth delivery of the development.
• Identify and address issues affecting programme, quality or safety at the earliest opportunity.
• Help create a well‑organised, professional and positive site environment.

Skills

Residential construction experience

NHBC/LABC/Premier standards knowledge

Health and safety awareness

CSCS card

SMSTS (preferred)

Full UK driving licence

NVQ4 in Construction Site Supervision

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Construction Site Supervision

Job description

Assistant Site Manager

Location: Telford

Are you an experienced construction professional looking for your next step within residential housebuilding?

We're working with a well-established, highly regarded housebuilder who is looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager to join their team in the Telford area.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their career within a quality-focused business, working alongside an experienced Site Manager and taking responsibility for the successful delivery of a residential development.

The Opportunity

As Assistant Site Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the development, helping to ensure homes are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

You’ll be involved in coordinating subcontractors and site activities, monitoring progress against programme, maintaining high standards of health and safety, and ensuring the development remains on track from a build, quality and commercial perspective.

You’ll also work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to keep communication flowing and ensure any issues are dealt with promptly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager with the overall management and coordination of the development.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure plots are delivered in line with agreed programmes and specifications.
• Ensure all works meet required quality standards and relevant building regulations.
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and environmental compliance across the site.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and the wider site workforce.
• Check materials are ordered, delivered and stored appropriately to support the build programme.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, including inductions, inspections, records and reports.
• Liaise with warranty providers, local authorities, utility companies and other external parties when required.
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Customer Care and other departments to ensure smooth delivery of the development.
• Identify and address issues affecting programme, quality or safety at the earliest opportunity.
• Help create a well‑organised, professional and positive site environment.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with previous experience within residential housebuilding, who is ready to take the next step in their career or continue developing within an Assistant Site Manager position.

• Previous experience working within the housebuilding sector.
• A good understanding of NHBC, LABC or Premier standards.
• Strong knowledge of construction health, safety and environmental requirements.
• A valid CSCS card.
• SMSTS qualification is preferred.
• A full UK driving licence.
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Construction Site Supervision would be advantageous, although development and training can be provided