Assistant Site Manager / General Foreman Manchester (North West Projects)
Office Location: Manchester
Project Location: North West
Salary: £40,000 £50,000
We are working with a well-established main contractor who are looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager / General Foreman to join their Manchester office, delivering projects across the North West.
This is a site-based role supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager in the efficient, profitable and safety-conscious delivery of projects from inception through to completion and handover.
You will play a key role in day-to-day site coordination, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards, while maintaining a strong presence on site and supporting subcontractors and operatives.
The role requires a proactive, hands-on approach with a strong focus on health & safety, site organisation and maintaining smooth project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Site Manager and Project Manager with all site-based activities
* Liaise with subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to required standards
* Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the Construction Phase Plan
* Ensure RAMS are in place, understood and followed by all operatives
* Carry out site inductions and ensure all operatives are CSCS registered and compliant
* Supervise directly employed operatives and subcontractor teams in line with site rules
* Maintain health & safety standards, including PPE, safe systems of work and toolbox talks
* Issue and manage PPE requirements for operatives and visitors
* Assist with contract administration and site documentation via SharePoint
* Attend weekly progress meetings and support coordination of labour, plant and materials
* Provide accurate information for progress reporting and site updates
* Support preparation of weekly reports, diaries and progress photographs
* Ensure site cleanliness, security and welfare facilities are maintained
* Support compilation of O&M manuals and Health & Safety files
* Monitor labour activities and ensure safe working practices are followed
* Carry out regular toolbox talks and maintain records
* Ensure compound and site areas are secure and well maintained
* Support compliance with company procedures, policies and code of conduct
Requirements
* Basic IT literacy including Word, Excel and email
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Strong health & safety awareness
* Good numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills
* Effective communication and coordination skills
* SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness and Working at Height, Appropriate CSCS card, PASMA (preferred)
* Ability to assist with RAMS and site documentation
* Professional and proactive approach on site
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