Assistant Site Manager

Location: Syston, Leicestershire, East Midlands

Job Type: Contract (Full-Time hours Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm)

Salary: £240 - £250 per day

A quality-focused housing developer seeks a Freelance Assistant Site Manager to join a traditional new build housing project in Syston, Leicestershire. This role involves supporting the Site Manager in the day-to-day running of the site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the required standards. There is potential for this role to become permanent for the right candidate.

• Assist the Site Manager in coordinating site activities and managing the construction process of traditional new build housing developments.
• Monitor progress against programme and ensure that deadlines are met while maintaining quality standards.
• Oversee site safety, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies at all times.
• Conduct regular site inspections to check work quality and adherence to specifications.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Support the management of site teams, including labour and subcontractors, to maintain productivity and performance.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, attendance, and progress documentation.
• Identify and resolve on-site issues quickly and efficiently to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Contribute to site meetings and report progress to senior management as required.
• Ensure environmental and sustainability standards are upheld throughout the project.

• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification.
• Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
• Current First Aid qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Proven experience working on traditional new build housing projects.
• Previous experience supporting site management teams on residential developments is preferred.
• Experience in ensuring compliance with health and safety standards on construction sites.

• Strong understanding of construction processes related to traditional housing.
• Good organisational and time management skills to handle multiple site activities simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Competence in maintaining accurate site documentation and reports.
• Awareness of environmental and sustainability considerations within construction projects.

• Predominantly outdoor work on active construction sites with exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times on site.
• Occasional requirement to work extended hours or weekends to meet project deadlines.
• Manual handling and walking across uneven terrain during site inspections and supervision.

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