Role Overview
As the Assistant Site Manager, you will support the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the project, ensuring works are completed on time, to spec, and in line with safety and quality standards. You’ll play a key role in coordinating trades, maintaining site documentation, and supporting smooth progression of the build.
Responsibilities
1. Assisting the Site Manager in daily delivery of site operations
2. Supervising trades and subcontractors
3. Conducting site inductions and ensuring H&S procedures are followed
4. Supporting quality checks and ensuring work aligns with drawings/specs
5. Managing short-term programmes and reporting progress
6. Maintaining accurate site records and documentation
7. Liaising professionally with clients, stakeholders, and site teams
What We’re Looking For
Hands-on trade knowledge
Experience working on brick-and-block construction, pitched roofs, traditional M&E integration, and wet trades.
Strong coordination skills
Ability to manage multiple trades simultaneously, particularly in the busy middle phases (superstructure, first fix, externals, roofing).
Quality-first mindset
Traditional builds require attention to detail—snag awareness, understanding of building control, and efficient close-out processes.
Health & Safety confidence
Knowledge of RAMS, inductions, permits, and compliance aligned to a traditional site environment.
Clear communication
Confident dealing with site teams, clients, residents, and senior management.
Certifications
8. SMSTS or SSSTS
9. CSCS (Black or Gold preferred)
10. First Aid at Work