Assistant Site Manager: New Build Residential

TipTopJob; Bicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Bicester is seeking an Assistant Site Manager for a major residential development. In this role, you will support the Site Manager in delivering exceptional quality homes while ensuring health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential new builds, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive daily pay rate and potential career progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as an Assistant Site Manager or Site Supervisor on residential new-build projects.
• Proven knowledge of NHBC standards and residential construction processes.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple trades effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in managing overall site operations.
• Enforce on-site Health and Safety procedures and compliance.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure quality meets standards.
• Coordinate and motivate subcontractors and tradespeople.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication

Leadership

IT Skills

Education

Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work certificate

Job description

• Job Title: Assistant Site Manager : Premium Residential New Build
• Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire
• Pay: GBP200.00 – GBP250.00 Day Rate
• Contract: TBD

About The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high‑quality housebuilder on a major residential development in Bicester.

You will be supporting the newly promoted Site Manager to deliver the construction of 2‑to‑5‑bedroom homes, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. This role is ideal for an experienced supervisor or a current ASM looking for a fast‑paced environment with a strong potential for career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the direct support to the Site Manager, assisting in the overall management and operational coordination of the site.
• Rigorously enforce and monitor all on‑site Health and Safety procedures and compliance, including site inductions, RAMS checks, and daily safety briefings.
• Conduct regular plot and stage inspections to ensure work meets technical specifications, NHBC standards, and client high‑quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate, direct, and motivate subcontractors and tradespeople, ensuring they meet the programme schedule and resolve any on‑site issues promptly.
• Assist in planning work sequences, monitoring progress against the build programme, and managing the effective flow of materials and plant.
• Support the Site Manager in achieving an excellent customer experience, particularly during the completion and handover phases.

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Minimum experience as an Assistant Site Manager or experienced Site Supervisor on residential new‑build projects.
• Valid SMSTS or SSSTS certification, CSCS Card and First Aid at Work certificate.
• Proven knowledge of NHBC standards and residential construction processes.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple trades effectively and maintain a proactive work environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and IT skills.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes 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 sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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