Assistant Site Manager- New Builds Housing Plots

Construction, Property and Engineering; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Swindon is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager to support a new 50+ plot residential development. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, monitoring schedules, and supporting site management. Candidates must have a valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, and relevant onsite experience. This is a short-term contract with high potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, and First Aid at work.
• On-site Assistant experience in residential projects is required.
• Candidates must show a willingness to learn and possess excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring all on-site work is done safely and according to Health & Safety rules.
• Help inspect work done by tradespeople to ensure high building standards.
• Monitor the daily work schedule to help keep the project on track.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Excellent communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (HNC/HND/Degree/NVQ relevant)

Tools

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid at work

Job description

Overview

Randstad CPE is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager to support a mix of 2 and 3-bedroom properties.

• Job Title: Assistant Site Manager - New Build Housing Plots
• Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
• Salary: £180.00 - £230.00 Day Rate
• Contract: 1 Month Cover (High Potential for Extension)

About the Role

This is an excellent chance to join a new 50 plus-plot residential development in Swindon. You will work closely with the Senior Site Management team to learn and support all day-to-day operations. This short-term contract is designed to cover an immediate need, with a high likelihood of extension for the right candidate as the project progresses.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring all on-site work is done safely and according to Health & Safety rules.
• Help inspect work done by tradespeople to ensure high building standards.
• Monitor the daily work schedule to help keep the project on track.
• Support the Site Manager in arranging materials, equipment, and subcontractor access.
• Assist with site administration, recording deliveries, and filing important documents.
• Help maintain the site's security, cleanliness, and presentation.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Must hold a valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, First Aid at work.
• On-site Assistant experience in residential projects.
• Must show a strong willingness to learn, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude.
• A qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (HNC/HND/Degree/NVQ relevant)

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.