Assistant Site Manager

Posting date:	13 February 2026
Salary:	£45,000 to £52,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	15 March 2026
Location:	PE30 3JZ
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Thorn Baker Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	227736-1121

Summary

Assistant Site Manager

Location: South Wootton
Sector: Traditional New Build Housing

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join our team on a traditional new build housing development in South Wootton.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, privately owned housebuilder with a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship and delivering thoughtfully designed homes.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you will support the Site Manager in the day-to-day running of a busy residential development. You will play a key role in ensuring plots are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the management of sub-contractors on site

  
  

• Assisting with programme coordination and daily site activities

  
  

• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained and enforced

  
  

• Conducting quality inspections and snagging

  
  

• Monitoring build progress against programme targets

  
  

• Assisting with NHBC inspections and handovers

  
  

• Maintaining site records and documentation

  
  Requirements

  Essential Qualifications:

  • SMSTS

    
    

  • CSCS Card

    
    

  • First Aid at Work

    
    

  • Full UK Driving Licence

    
    

    Experience Required:

    • Minimum 2+ years’ experience in new build housing

      
      

    • Experience working on traditional build residential developments

      
      

    • Strong understanding of health & safety regulations

      
      

    • Good organisational and communication skills

      
      

    • Ability to work well within a team environment

      
      What We Offer

      • Competitive salary up to £52,000

        
        

      • Company car or car allowance

        
        

      • Annual bonus scheme

        
        

      • Private pension scheme

        
        

      • Private healthcare

        
        • Fuel allowance
        

      • Supportive and collaborative working environment

        
        

      • Opportunities for career progression within a growing regional developer

        
        

        If you are an ambitious Assistant Site Manager looking to develop your career within a respected housebuilding company, we would love to hear from you.

        If you want to hear more, please apply for the job and Chloe will call you to discuss the opportunity further.