Site Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

In a Nutshell…

We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Assistant Site Manager to join our team within Vistry East Anglia, at our Grantham site (NG31 8NP). As our Trainee Assistant Site Manager, you will support the site management team in overseeing daily construction operations. You will assist with planning, coordinating resources, ensuring health and safety compliance, and managing site staff and subcontractors.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Some experience of working on a construction site
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to influence people
• A strong interest in pursuing a career in Site Management

Desirable…

• Valid SMSTS / SSSTS Certificate
• Valid First Aid at Work Certificate
• Valid Scaffold Inspection certificate
• CSCS Card
• NEBOSH
• NVQ in Construction level 3 or higher
• Experience working on new build projects
• Experience in the management of Health and Safety
• Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety obligations and building legislation

More about the Trainee Assistant Site Manager role…

• Support the Site Team in overseeing day-to-day project delivery, including quality, time, procurement, and contractor supervision.
• Complete daily site paperwork, including health and safety forms and reports.
• Assist in conducting site inductions for visitors and contractors.
• Ensure contractors have the necessary cards and qualifications for safe work.
• Ensure site personnel work safely, addressing any concerns as needed.
• Help ensure materials and resources align with the project plan and are available on time.
• Assist in ensuring timely delivery of materials to meet production needs.
• Identify additional work and ensure the team is aware of risks and opportunities.
• Communicate project issues and risks to the site team to keep them informed of progress.

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation,and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

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