New Assistant Site Manager permanent position
Location: Ashford, Kent
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to support the delivery of construction projects to a high standard of quality and safety. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career in site management with a company that isn't just chasing CMLs and occupations.
Position: Assistant Site Manager
Sector: Residential and commercial
Base Project Location: Ashford, Kent
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £ Negotiable (DOE)
Skilled Careers contact: Rhys Richards (Maidstone branch)
What will you be doing
As an Assistant Site Manager, you will support the day-to-day management of the project, helping to deliver the scheme in line with key targets, quality standards, and the employer’s requirements. You will work closely with the Project Manager and wider site team, gaining hands-on exposure across all stages of delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
Support the Site Manager / Project Manager with day-to-day site operations
Assist in delivering the project safely, on programme, and to quality standards
Monitor progress, workmanship, and health & safety compliance
Keep a positive health & safety and site culture
Manage materials, deliveries, and site logistics
Perform plot inspections, collate lists of subcontractor defects using a tablet system and organise trades to complete snagging.
Organise key stage inspections with home warranties provider.
Prepare units for final client handover.
As part of the role, you will be expected to work in and around the location advertised, with the possibility of expanding travel to other projects and locations (Kent, Sussex and Surrey) in the future.
What are they looking for
An Assistant Site Manager with previous experience in a similar role.
Understand and have a track record in home warranties key stage inspections.
CSCS card holder.
SMSTS
First Aid certificate holder
UK Drivers License and transport
Good level of IT literacy and working knowledge of tablet software such as Site Audit Pro, Fieldview, Procore etc.
What's on offer
Competitive salary and opportunity to really develop your career with a Design and Build general contractor
The opportunity to work with a strong, experienced Project Manager and supportive team.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across house building, commercial, education and cut & carve refurbishment project during your tenure with this up and coming business.
Interested
If you’re looking to take your next step in your Assistant Site Manager career with a contractor that invests in training and progression, we’d like to hear from you