Assistant Site Manager in Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire

Are you an Assistant Site Manager or Trainee Site Manager looking to develop your career in residential construction, new build housing and apartment developments?

We’re recruiting an Assistant Site Manager to join an established residential developer on a mixed housing and apartment development in Bristol. Working alongside an experienced Site Manager, you’ll support the safe, efficient delivery of new homes while developing your site management and construction management skills.

This opportunity would suit someone with experience in housebuilding, residential development or new build construction, who brings a proactive approach and a willingness to learn.

The role

As Assistant Site Manager, you’ll support day-to-day site operations across new build houses, residential apartments, infrastructure and external works.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Site Manager with site supervision, construction coordination and daily site management.
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades and labour to meet the construction programme.
• Monitoring build quality, workmanship and compliance with project specifications.
• Supporting site health and safety, site inductions, toolbox talks and safe working practices.
• Assisting with short-term programming, sequencing and progress monitoring.
• Coordinating materials, deliveries and site logistics.
• Completing site records, progress reports and quality assurance documentation.
• Assisting with inspections, snagging, defect resolution, finishing works and handovers.
• Supporting the coordination of groundworks, roads, drainage, infrastructure, landscaping and external works.
• Identifying site issues and working with the construction team to find practical solutions.

Experience and skills

We’re interested in hearing from candidates with:

• Experience as an Assistant Site Manager, Trainee Site Manager, Junior Site Manager or residential Site Supervisor.
• A background in residential construction, housebuilding, new build housing or housing development.
• Experience working for a housebuilder, residential developer or main contractor delivering new homes.
• An understanding of subcontractor coordination, construction programmes, quality control and site safety.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• A practical approach, attention to detail and willingness to take responsibility.

Apartment construction or residential block experience is desirable, although candidates with new build housing experience are encouraged to apply.

Relevant CSCS, SSSTS or SMSTS, and First Aid qualifications would be advantageous. Please include your current site qualifications and certifications when applying.

Why apply?

• Join a friendly, supportive site management team.
• Gain experience across new build houses, apartments and associated infrastructure.
• Develop your skills in construction management, subcontractor management and residential project delivery.
• Build on your existing site experience with support from an experienced team.
• Work for a company that offer a great scope for development and have a strong pipeline of future work within the region 

Apply with your CV for a confidential discussion about this Assistant Site Manager opportunity in Bristol.