Freelance Assistant Site Manager (Social Housing)

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Site Manager to support the delivery of social housing planned maintenance contracts in The North West. Working closely with the Site Manager, you will help oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Client Details

Our client is a market leader in energy services and solutions, working in partnership with local authorities and housing providers to improve homes and communities. Their work in social housing focuses on delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable planned maintenance programmes that make a real difference to residents lives.

Description

• Support the Site Manager in the management of planned maintenance works across occupied social housing properties
• Supervise subcontractors and directly employed operatives on site
• Ensure all works comply with health & safety legislation, company procedures, and client requirements
• Assist with programming and coordination of works to meet contract KPIs and deadlines
• Carry out site inspections and quality checks, ensuring a right-first-time approach
• Liaise professionally with residents, client representatives, and internal teams
• Assist with site records, permits, risk assessments, and method statements
• Support the resolution of on-site issues, defects, and customer queries

Profile

• Previous experience in a similar role within social housing planned maintenance or refurbishment
• Strong understanding of working in occupied properties and customer-focused environments
• Good knowledge of health & safety regulations and site management procedures
• Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple work streams
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• CSCS (Supervisory or Manager level)

Job Offer

• Circa 250 day rate
• Company vehicle
• Travel Expenses paid
• Opportunity of permanent position after 3-6 months