Assistant Site Manager in Hamilton Wynd, City of Edinburgh

Posted by GS3 Recruitment Glasgow

£26 – £27 an hour

Hamilton Wynd · Contract

Assistant Site Manager
EWI/REFURB/SOCIAL HOUSING PROJECTS

Location: Leith, Edinburgh
Pay Rate: £26–£27 per hour
Job Type: Long-Term Contract / Permanent Opportunity
Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for an Assistant Site Manager to join a busy team overseeing a large social housing contract in Edinburgh.

Our client has secured a substantial programme of works across council-owned properties, covering External Wall Insulation (EWI), refurbishment projects, kitchen and bathroom replacements and other property improvement works.

Initially based in Leith, Edinburgh, this is a great opportunity to get involved in a long-term programme of work, with the option to move into a permanent position after an initial 3-month period.

The Role

Working alongside the Site Management team, you will assist with the day-to-day running of projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing a variety of subcontractors, trades and labour on site.

  • Assisting with the coordination of daily site activities and work programmes.

  • Monitoring Health & Safety across the projects.

  • Carrying out site checks and ensuring work is completed to the required standards.

  • Managing site resources and helping to keep projects running smoothly.

  • Liaising with tenants, subcontractors and the wider management team where required.

  • Identifying and helping to resolve any site issues.

About You

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Site Manager, Site Supervisor or similar construction role.

  • Experience overseeing trades and subcontractors.

  • Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.

  • Confident communicating with site teams and other stakeholders.

  • Organised, practical and able to manage competing priorities.

  • Experience within social housing, refurbishment or external works would be advantageous.

What's On Offer?

  • £26–£27 per hour.

  • Long-term contract with secure, ongoing work.

  • Opportunity to go permanent after 3 months if desired.

  • Company van provided.

  • Fuel card provided.

  • Immediate start available.

  • Initially based in Leith, Edinburgh.

Interested?

If you're an Assistant Site Manager looking for a secure, long-term opportunity with the potential to go permanent, get in touch.

Contact Becky at GS3 Recruitment:

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