Assistant Site Manager
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | ST16 1BE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 239496-1121 |
Summary
Assistant Site Manager
Location
West Midlands, Staffordshire, Stafford
Job Type
Permanent, Full-Time Monday - Friday
Salary
£45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Benefits
• Car allowance or company car
• Fuel allowance
• Private pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Additional benefits
About the Company
A quality-focused housing developer with a reputation for delivering exceptionally high specification homes is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join a development in Stafford. You will work alongside a multi-award-winning Senior Site Manager and a supportive site team who take pride in their work.
Job Duties
• Assist the Senior Site Manager in the day-to-day management of the construction site, ensuring projects run smoothly and to programme.
• Supervise on-site activities and ensure work complies with design specifications, quality standards, and health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate the delivery and storage of materials, ensuring efficient use of resources and minimising waste.
• Support the management of subcontractors and suppliers to maintain productivity and quality.
• Monitor site progress and prepare regular reports for the Senior Site Manager and other stakeholders.
• Maintain clear communication with all parties involved, including clients, consultants, and local authorities when necessary.
• Assist with risk assessments, method statements, and ensure all site personnel are briefed on health and safety procedures.
• Contribute to resolving issues promptly to minimise delays and cost overruns.
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies and promote sustainable building practises.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance site performance and quality.
Required Qualifications
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card
• Valid First Aid qualification
• Full, clean Driving Licence
Experience
• Proven experience in site management within the construction industry, preferably focused on traditional new build homes.
• Experience working on residential housing developments of a high specification.
• Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and site operations effectively.
• Familiarity with health and safety legislation and best practise on construction sites.
Knowledge and Skills
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and quality standards relating to traditional new build homes.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication skills to engage with a variety of stakeholders.
• Competence in using IT systems and software relevant to site management.
• Attention to detail with a focus on delivering excellence and maintaining high standards.
Working Conditions
• Work is predominantly site-based with exposure to outdoor environments and variable weather conditions.
• Full-time hours with a commitment to meeting project deadlines; occasional overtime may be required.
• Use of personal protective equipment is mandatory at all times on site.
• Regular travel to and from the site location within Staffordshire and surrounding areas.
If you are interested, call Chloe on 07733314668