Assistant Site Manager

  • Skilled Careers
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • Oct 28, 2025
Contract Construction

Job Description

Freelance Assistant Site Manager Timber Frame Housing

Location: Peterborough
Duration: 3 months

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Assistant Site Manager to join the team on a timber frame housing development. Working closely with the Site Manager, you ll help oversee daily site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Site Manager in the day-to-day running of the site

  • Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and site trades

  • Assist in managing health, safety, and environmental standards on site

  • Monitor progress and quality of works in line with the programme and drawings

  • Maintain site records, inductions, permits, and daily reports

  • Help ensure materials and deliveries are scheduled efficiently

  • Liaise with the project team and provide updates on progress and issues

Requirements

  • Experience as an Assistant Site Manager or strong background in site supervision

  • Knowledge or experience in timber frame construction preferred

  • Valid SMSTS (or SSSTS), CSCS, and First Aid certifications

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

  • Proactive, hands-on approach and keen attention to detail

  • Ability to work well as part of a busy site team