Assistant Site Manager

Skilled Careers

Ongar

On-site

EUR 52,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Generous holiday allowance

Annual bonus scheme

Career development

Job summary

Leading PLC House Builder is seeking an ambitious Assistant Site Manager to join a 90-unit traditional build residential development in Ongar, Essex. You will report to the Site Manager and help ensure high-quality homes while maintaining NHBC standards, safety, and programme performance.

The role offers £45,000–£55,000 plus car or car allowance, bonus, pension, private healthcare, and life assurance, with ongoing training and a clear path to Site Manager as you progress within a nationally

Qualifications

SMSTS or SSSTS required.
CSCS Card required.
First Aid at Work required.
Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager with day-to-day development management.
Coordinate subcontractors and trades to meet programme and safety standards.
Monitor build quality and NHBC compliance.
Conduct regular inspections and QA checks.
Assist with health and safety compliance on site.
Manage materials, labour and plant resources effectively.
Support customer care and defect-free handovers.
Attend site meetings and maintain records.
Contribute to achieving production targets and milestones.
Promote quality, safety and teamwork on site.

Skills

Site management experience

NHBC standards knowledge

Health & safety focus

Communication skills

Leadership

Job description

Assistant Site Manager

Leading PLC House Builder

?? Ongar, Essex ?? £45,000 – £55,000+ Car Allowance/Company Car + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package

The Opportunity

A leading UK PLC House Builder is seeking an ambitious and driven Assistant Site Manager to join the team on an exciting new 90-unit traditional build residential development in Ongar, Essex.

Reporting directly to the Site Manager, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of high-quality homes, ensuring exceptional standards of health and safety, build quality, customer satisfaction, and programme performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Site Manager to develop their career with a nationally recognised developer renowned for delivering quality homes and investing in employee progression.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day management of the development.
Coordinate subcontractors and trades to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to programme.
Monitor build quality and ensure all homes meet company standards and NHBC requirements.
Conduct regular inspections and quality assurance checks.
Assist with health and safety compliance across the site.
Ensure materials, labour and plant resources are effectively managed.
Support customer care objectives by delivering defect-free homes at handover.
Attend site meetings and maintain accurate site records.
Assist in achieving production targets and key build milestones.
Promote a positive site culture focused on quality, safety and teamwork.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager, Finishing Foreman, Site Supervisor or similar role within residential housebuilding.
Experience working on traditional build housing developments.
Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and building regulations.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple workstreams.
Passion for delivering quality homes and exceptional customer service.
Ambition to progress to Site Manager level.

Essential Qualifications