Job Description
Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a well-established and respected house builder on a large residential development in Preston. Our client is delivering a substantial 250-unit timber frame housing development and is looking for a driven and experienced Assistant Site Manager to join the team from the end of September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong residential background who is looking to join a busy site environment and play a key role in the successful delivery of a large-scale new build development.
The Role As Assistant Site Manager
You will work closely with the Site Manager and wider project team, assisting with the day-to-day management of the development and ensuring plots are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development.
- Coordinating subcontractors and site trades.
- Monitoring progress against programme and build targets.
- Ensuring plots progress efficiently through each stage of construction.
- Carrying out regular quality inspections and ensuring works meet required standards.
- Maintaining high standards of health & safety across the site.
- Identifying and addressing any issues that could impact programme or quality.
- Ensuring subcontractors are working safely, efficiently and to agreed programmes.
- Maintaining excellent standards of site presentation and housekeeping.
- Assisting with site inductions, toolbox talks and daily briefings where required.
- Liaising with the Site Manager, Contracts Manager and wider project team.
- Ensuring all works are completed in accordance with company procedures, building regulations and NHBC standards.
About You
- Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager within residential new build housing.
- Experience working on timber frame developments.
- A strong understanding of residential construction and build sequencing.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively within a busy and fast-paced site environment.
- A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
- The confidence to manage subcontractors and site trades.
- A strong understanding of health & safety and quality requirements.
Essential Qualifications
- Candidates must have all relevant qualifications and cards in date, including: SSSTS or SMSTS CSCS First Aid.
- Recent references from a new build housing role.
The Opportunity
With a start date of the end of September, this role would suit an experienced Assistant Site Manager looking for their next long-term residential opportunity and wanting to be part of a large, busy and professionally managed development. If you have the residential experience, relevant qualifications and ambition to progress within a leading house builder, we would be keen to hear from you.
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