Assistant Site Manager
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | ME19 4UY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bellway Homes Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 305517JCP |
Summary
At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues. This means we are positive about making adjustments as well as providing flexible working and we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.
There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Kent division is looking to recruit an Assistant Site Manager to join the Division’s Construction team.
The Role
The role of Assistant Site Manager, reports to the Site Manager and Construction Manager and assists with the responsibility for managing all aspects of a construction development site, ensuring the provision of safe, efficient and cost effective works at all times, while maintaining the highest quality of work and customer service are delivered within the given timescales.
Principal accountabilities of the role include:
Support the Site Manager with the day to day running of the development and provide clear direction to those working on the construction site regarding their responsibilities and targets
Assist with management and implementation of health and safety procedures, working closely with Bellway Health and Safety Managers to ensure that that all aspects of health and safety are followed and adhered too.
Motivate, support and manage directly employed site staff, providing toolbox talks, training, coaching, and support as required to improve performance
Ensure site presentation is maintained to the correct standard at all times
Support the Site Manager to deliver all aspects of production requirements in strict accordance with relevant technical and planning documentation provided and any subsequent instructions that may be necessary from time to time
Fully conform to building regulations and warranty providers’ requirements (NHBC, LABC Services)
Assist the Site Manager with producing accurate production/progress returns and ensure that they are updated and sent to the Construction Manager and/or Construction Director as requested
Assist the Site Manager in undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality
Assist the site manager in monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate
Ensure that adequate site records are maintained including but not limited to Site Managers reports, labour requirements, plant, materials, site inductions and health and safety records
Thoroughly inspect and ensure any remedial work is completed in advance of each NHBC key stage inspection
Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers
Carry out New Home demonstration Tour and other customer tours in line with the company’s customer first procedures to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion
Be responsible for delivering excellent customer service to customers in line with company customer first guidelines
Accept responsibility for such duties and responsibilities as the Site Manager may determine; in particular, as and when required, deputise for the Site Manager
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
Experience
Experience of working as an Assistant Site Manager with a high volume residential house builder
Experience of effectively managing teams
Up to date knowledge of health and safety, building legislation and current NHBC standards
Qualifications and Training
GCSE Maths and English – Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Valid CSCS card at Site Manager level (or equivalent)
Valid SMSTS certificate
Valid First Aid certificate
Construction Management – HNC Level 4, HND Level 5 or NVQ Level 6 is desirable
Valid Scaffold Appreciation certificate is desirable
Valid LOLER certificate is desirable
Skills and Aptitude
Strong communication, listening and presentation skills
Excellent attention to detail
Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards
Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to manage and motivate a team
Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to problem solve and delegate effectively
Proficient IT skills along with a good working
knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems
Committed to diversity and inclusion
The Role and Working Conditions
Willing to be flexible in respect to day to day duties and hours worked.
Working outside in all weathers.
Ability to travel to development sites, including the divisional office.
In return we can offer you:
Competitive salary
Competitive car allowance
Optional salary sacrifice car scheme
Competitive annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Access to discounts and benefits portal
ShareSave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life assurance
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Earn and Learn Opportunities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.
There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Kent division is looking to recruit an Assistant Site Manager to join the Division’s Construction team.
The Role
The role of Assistant Site Manager, reports to the Site Manager and Construction Manager and assists with the responsibility for managing all aspects of a construction development site, ensuring the provision of safe, efficient and cost effective works at all times, while maintaining the highest quality of work and customer service are delivered within the given timescales.
Principal accountabilities of the role include:
Support the Site Manager with the day to day running of the development and provide clear direction to those working on the construction site regarding their responsibilities and targets
Assist with management and implementation of health and safety procedures, working closely with Bellway Health and Safety Managers to ensure that that all aspects of health and safety are followed and adhered too.
Motivate, support and manage directly employed site staff, providing toolbox talks, training, coaching, and support as required to improve performance
Ensure site presentation is maintained to the correct standard at all times
Support the Site Manager to deliver all aspects of production requirements in strict accordance with relevant technical and planning documentation provided and any subsequent instructions that may be necessary from time to time
Fully conform to building regulations and warranty providers’ requirements (NHBC, LABC Services)
Assist the Site Manager with producing accurate production/progress returns and ensure that they are updated and sent to the Construction Manager and/or Construction Director as requested
Assist the Site Manager in undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality
Assist the site manager in monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate
Ensure that adequate site records are maintained including but not limited to Site Managers reports, labour requirements, plant, materials, site inductions and health and safety records
Thoroughly inspect and ensure any remedial work is completed in advance of each NHBC key stage inspection
Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers
Carry out New Home demonstration Tour and other customer tours in line with the company’s customer first procedures to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion
Be responsible for delivering excellent customer service to customers in line with company customer first guidelines
Accept responsibility for such duties and responsibilities as the Site Manager may determine; in particular, as and when required, deputise for the Site Manager
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
Experience
Experience of working as an Assistant Site Manager with a high volume residential house builder
Experience of effectively managing teams
Up to date knowledge of health and safety, building legislation and current NHBC standards
Qualifications and Training
GCSE Maths and English – Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Valid CSCS card at Site Manager level (or equivalent)
Valid SMSTS certificate
Valid First Aid certificate
Construction Management – HNC Level 4, HND Level 5 or NVQ Level 6 is desirable
Valid Scaffold Appreciation certificate is desirable
Valid LOLER certificate is desirable
Skills and Aptitude
Strong communication, listening and presentation skills
Excellent attention to detail
Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards
Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to manage and motivate a team
Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to problem solve and delegate effectively
Proficient IT skills along with a good working
knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems
Committed to diversity and inclusion
The Role and Working Conditions
Willing to be flexible in respect to day to day duties and hours worked.
Working outside in all weathers.
Ability to travel to development sites, including the divisional office.
In return we can offer you:
Competitive salary
Competitive car allowance
Optional salary sacrifice car scheme
Competitive annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Access to discounts and benefits portal
ShareSave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life assurance
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Earn and Learn Opportunities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.