Job Title: Assistant Site Manager
Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Contract: Temp to Perm (with strong career progression opportunities)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a growing residential construction team in Oxfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a strong background in volume housebuilding, ideally gained with a leading or award-winning developer.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Site Manager in planning, coordinating, and monitoring daily site operations against the project programme
* Assist in managing all on‑site resources including labour, plant, and materials
* Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring clear communication of expectations and standards
* Maintain high levels of health and safety compliance, carrying out regular inspections and taking immediate corrective action where required
* Promote a proactive safety culture, encouraging teams to identify and mitigate risks before issues arise
* Take ownership of site issues, ensuring they are resolved efficiently and effectively
* Contribute to delivering high levels of customer satisfaction, addressing any client‑related concerns promptly
* Lead and participate in site meetings, including subcontractor briefings and progress reviews
* Support cost control measures and identify opportunities for efficiencies and savings
* Ensure all works are carried out in line with industry standards and best practices
Candidate Requirements
* Proven experience in a similar role within residential housebuilding (volume experience essential)
* Background working with established or award‑winning housebuilders is highly desirable
* Strong understanding of construction processes and site operations
* Experience working to NHBC standards
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly
* Strong organisational and time management abilities
* Effective leadership and motivational skills to drive team performance
* Proactive problem‑solving approach and attention to detail
* Comfortable working at heights and in a fast‑paced site environment
* Good level of IT literacy
Essential Certifications
* CITB SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
* First Aid at Work (FAW)
* Valid CSCS Card
Desirable Certifications
* Scaffold Awareness / Inspection (CISRS or equivalent)
* Site Environmental Management (SEATS or IEMA)
* Temporary Works Co‑ordinator (TWC)
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum
* Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with long‑term career progression
* Opportunity to work on high‑quality residential developments within a growing business in Oxfordshire
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