Assistant Site Manager

Overview

In this role you will support the Site Manager to deliver high-quality, on-time housing projects with strict safety standards. You will work within a skilled construction team on a varied portfolio of new-build homes, helping to drive site operations and enforce quality. You will manage safety, inspections, and documentation while coordinating subcontractors to meet programme milestones. This is a hands-on leadership role offering development toward site management within a reputable residential builder. A clear hook is the opportunity to grow your site leadership skills on a high-profile development in Dundee.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working where feasible
• company pension
• annual bonus scheme
• performance-related bonus
• generous holiday entitlement

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in day-to-day site operations to ensure smooth, safe workflow
• Coordinate and monitor subcontractors, trades, deliveries, plant and labour to meet milestones
• Conduct regular site inspections and toolbox talks, uphold health & safety culture and compliance
• Assist in preparing and updating site documentation (daily reports, risk assessments, method statements, progress photos)
• Track and report project budgets, material usage and labour costs, flag variances and propose corrective actions
• Liaise with client, consultants, suppliers and local authorities to resolve issues and maintain relationships
• Support quality control processes and inspections to meet standards and specifications
• Assist in handover documentation and snagging for smooth project close-out
• Mentor and guide junior site staff to foster a collaborative team environment

Key requirements

• SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS & First Aid
• Minimum 3 years site-based experience in residential construction
• Proven ability to manage multiple trades while maintaining safety and quality
• Strong understanding of construction methods, CDM & HSE legislation and NHBC regulations
• Good numeracy and commercial awareness to interpret budgets, schedules and purchase orders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to liaise with senior management, subcontractors and clients
• Problem-solving ability and composure under pressure
• Desirable qualifications such as NVQ Level 3/4 in Construction or a degree in Construction/Engineering
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to Dundee sites

• strong communication
• team leadership
• problem-solving under pressure
• CDM/HSE compliance
• NHBC building regulations
• budget and schedule interpretation

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