At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in managing construction projects, budgets, and teams to ensure timely completion.
- Company: Join a top UK housebuilder known for integrity, caring, and quality.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, annual bonus, company car, and up to 39 days leave.
- Other info: Flexible working options and excellent career progression opportunities available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable communities while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in construction management and health & safety regulations preferred.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
As Assistant Site Manager, you will be responsible for assisting the Site/Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction projects from start to finish. You will assist in managing budgets, schedules, resources, and teams to ensure the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
The role involves liaising with partners, customers, contractors, and stakeholders, as well as handling risks, issues, and compliance. Knowledge and experience of volume timber frame unit delivery is preferable, as is the ability to support the Project Manager in a positive, safe, and methodical manner. Full competence with all aspects of safety relating to large timber frame sites, especially fire safety, is desirable.
The project is a greenfield site in Leicester consisting of 288 timber frame units, up to 2.5 stories. There is a mix of open market sale and pre-sold plots for our HA partner, with all timber frame kits supplied by our own in-house manufacturing facility, also located in Leicester.
Vistry have several developments in Leicestershire and surrounding areas that will provide continuity, along with career progression for the right candidate. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible.
- Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
- Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
- Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
- Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
- 2 volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
- Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
- Share save and share incentive schemes
- Employee rewards portal with many more benefits
Behave in line with our company values – integrity, caring, and quality.
Experience working on new build projects and in the management of health and safety is essential. You should have sequence and details relating to the timber frame build process, as well as conversation/presentational skills in the sense of a customer-facing role.
Desirable qualifications include:
- NVQ Level 3, 4 or 5 in Building Construction or similar
- Valid Scaffold Inspection certificate
- Valid LOLER certificate
- Qualified to the required CIOB Grade applicable at the time in accordance with group policy
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Project, and Asta Team plan
- Valid First Aid at Work Certificate
- Valid SMSTS Certificate
- Valid CITB SEATS certificate
Assisting in the management of all aspects of the build process requires up-to-date knowledge of health and safety, environmental obligations, and building legislation.
Ensure compliance with construction methods, health and safety regulations, and company policies, supporting the site manager in corrective actions and risk management. Coordinate with utility companies, trades, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials and services. Monitor and ensure adherence to health and safety practices, accident reporting, and environmental policies. Oversee and maintain quality control, including inspections, snagging, and ensuring quality standards for trades and materials.
Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring, and quality. They empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Assistant Site Manager - Required ASAP in Leicester employer: Vistry Partnerships
Vistry North East is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values integrity, caring, and quality. With competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional growth, employees are encouraged to thrive in their roles while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Located in Stockton on Tees, the company fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry.
