Assistant Site Manager

  • Skilled Careers
  • 02/06/2026
Full time Construction Site Manager Management QA-Quality Control Skilled Trades & Labour Assistant Construction

Job Description

Assistant Site Manager Volume Housebuilder
Essex
Competitive Salary + Package

Are you an ambitious Assistant Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career with one of Essex's leading residential developers

Our client, a well-established and highly respected volume housebuilder, is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join their growing team on a large-scale residential development in Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced Site Managers and Project Teams, gaining valuable exposure to the delivery of high-quality housing developments while progressing your career within a successful and forward-thinking business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development.
  • Supporting the management of subcontractors, suppliers, and site labour.
  • Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times.
  • Monitoring build quality and ensuring homes are delivered to company standards.
  • Assisting with site inspections, snagging, and quality control processes.
  • Helping to manage build programmes and achieve key project milestones.
  • Maintaining site records and ensuring compliance with company procedures.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working for a residential developer or main contractor.
  • Experience within new-build housing is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS Card, and First Aid certification preferred.
  • A proactive attitude with a desire to develop into a Site Manager role.

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
  • Career progression opportunities with a leading housebuilder.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • The chance to work on prestigious residential developments across Essex.

If you are looking to further your career with a reputable volume housebuilder and want to be part of delivering high-quality new homes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.