Assistant Site Manager/Site Manager

Job Overview

Residential Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager – New Build Housing

Job Title: Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager – Residential New Builds
Location: Site Location Tilstock Shropshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends as required

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, motivated and hands-on Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager to join our growing residential construction team.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working on new-build residential developments. ( timber frame experience a plus)

You will be responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day operations on site, ensuring that works are completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to a high standard of workmanship.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality homes and has a strong understanding of residential construction from groundwork through to final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with or take responsibility for the daily management of new-build residential construction sites.
• Supervise subcontractors and trades, ensuring quality workmanship and productivity.
• Coordinate construction activities to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Monitor progress against construction programmes and report any delays or issues.
• Ensure all works comply with current building regulations, NHBC standards and company quality requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety across the development.
• Carry out regular site inspections and quality checks at each stage of construction.
• Oversee works from foundations, drainage and superstructure through to internal finishes, snagging and handover.
• Coordinate materials, deliveries and labour requirements.
• Identify and resolve construction issues promptly and effectively.
• Ensure properties are completed to a high standard with minimal defects.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and relevant documentation.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Contracts Manager and wider construction team.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager or Site Manager on new-build residential housing developments.
• Strong knowledge of the full housebuilding process, from groundworks through to completion.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage site programmes and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality finishes.
• Good communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of site responsibilities.
• A valid CSCS card.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification (preferred).
• Full UK driving licence.

Please note: Experience specifically within new-build residential housing is essential. Applicants with only commercial construction, refurbishment or maintenance experience will not be considered unless they can also demonstrate relevant new-build housing experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Permanent position with a growing residential construction business.
• Opportunity for career progression and increased responsibility.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to work on quality residential developments.

Pay: £30,400.00-£52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person