Assistant Site Manager- Residential

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

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager for a long-term residential development in Wantage, Oxfordshire. The role involves supporting the Site Manager, supervising trades, ensuring quality and safety on site, and managing administration tasks. Candidates must have relevant residential experience and valid qualifications. This position offers a day rate of £200.00-£250.00 dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working on volume new-build housing sites.
• Prior role as Assistant Site Manager or Supervisor/Foreman with residential experience.
• Valid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Supervise trades and subcontractors for quality work.
• Drive build program completion on time and on budget.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks.
• Manage site administration and documentation.
• Ensure site safety compliance.
• Effectively resolve on-site issues.
• Liaise with design team and supply chain.

Skills

Residential experience

Site supervision

Volume new-build housing

Health and safety adherence

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview

Randstad CPE is looking to onboard an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a major, long-term residential development in Wantage, Oxfordshire.

• Job Title: Assistant Site Manager- Residential
• Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire
• Contract: Temp to Perm
• Pay Rate: £200.00- £250.00 Day Rate (depending on experience)

About the Job

You will be working alongside the Site Manager on the exciting first phase of a new development. The first phase consists of 115 new-build residential plots. This is a fantastic, secure opportunity that offers long-term contract work with a view to move into a permanent role for the right candidate as the project progresses.

Role and Responsibilities

• You will be the Site Manager's right-hand person, helping to manage the day-to-day operations on site.
• Supervising and managing trades, subcontractors, and labour to ensure high-quality work.
• Driving the build program to ensure the phase is completed on time and within budget.
• Conducting site inspections and quality control checks.
• Ensuring the site is safe at all times by adhering strictly to health and safety regulations.
• Managing site administration including paperwork, quality documentation, and site diaries.
• Resolving issues that arise on site quickly and effectively.
• Liaising with the design team, engineers, and supply chain.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• We are looking for candidates who can hit the ground running with relevant residential experience.
• Recent Residential Background is essential
• Must have experience working on volume new-build housing sites.
• Experience in an Assistant Site Manager role (or a strong supervisory role like Site Supervisor/Foreman with extensive residential experience).
• Valid Qualifications: SMSTS, CSCS Card, First Aid Certificate

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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