Assistant Site Manager – Leisure Centre Refurbishment (£8m Project)
Location: Coventry (Project Site)
Future Work Location: Oxford region
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: February
About the Role
My client is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to be the no.2 to the PM of a £8m leisure centre refurbishment project in Coventry. This is a pivotal role overseeing daily site operations, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
Following this project, the successful candidate will continue as a key Site Manager within the business, delivering future schemes primarily located in the Oxford area—therefore, applicants must be based within reasonable commuting distance of Oxford.
Key Responsibilities
* Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the construction site.
* Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
* Ensure strict adherence to programme, quality standards, and health & safety regulations.
* Maintain site documentation, reporting, and client communication.
* Oversee site logistics, risk assessments, and method statements.
* Drive a positive safety culture and maintain high professional standards on site.
Requirements
* Valid CSCS Card
* SMSTS Certification
* First Aid at Work Qualification
* Proven experience managing refurbishment projects, ideally within leisure or public-sector environments.
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* Must be based near Oxford due to the long-term pipeline of work.
* Ability to commute to Coventry for the current project.
What They Offer
* Competitive salary and package (DOE)
* Long-term role with a strong pipeline of projects
* Opportunity to lead high-profile refurbishment schemes
* A supportive team and progressive working environment
* The client is dead set on this being a Temp to Perm