Assistant Site Manager

My client is currently seeking a Civils Assistant Site Manager for new build housing development's across the north west. This role involves supporting the Site Manager in all on-site operations, with a particular emphasis on civil engineering aspects such as groundworks, infrastructure, and utilities.

Temp to Perm
23ph

Core Responsibilities include:

- Health & Safety
- Subcontractor and Site Personnel Supervision: Coordinate, manage, and supervise direct labour and subcontractors, particularly groundworkers and other civil engineering trades, ensuring compliance with specifications and company policies.
- Quality Control and Assurance: Conduct regular site inspections and snagging to ensure workmanship quality meets company, client, and warranty expectations, including NHBC standards and Building Regulations.
- Project Programming and Progress Monitoring: Collaborate with the Site Manager to manage project timelines, monitor progress against the build programme, and ensure milestones are met efficiently.
- Material and Resource Management: Assist with site logistics, including ordering materials, managing stock levels, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring efficient use of plant and equipment to minimize waste and avoid delays.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, progress reports, health and safety records, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS).
- Liaison and Communication: Serve as a key link between the Site Manager, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, local authorities, and the head office team.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

- Proven experience in a similar role within the construction industry, specifically on new build residential or civils projects.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction processes, techniques, materials, and relevant legislation, including NHBC requirements, Building Regulations, and civil engineering standards.

- Certifications: CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS, and First Aid.