Assistant Site Manager
Job Title: Assistant Site Manager
Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Contract: Temp to Perm (with strong career progression opportunities)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a growing residential construction team in Oxfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a strong background in volume housebuilding, ideally gained with a leading or award-winning developer.
Working closely with the Site Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day coordination of site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard of quality.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Site Manager in planning, coordinating, and monitoring daily site operations against the project programme
Assist in managing all on-site resources including labour, plant, and materials
Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring clear communication of expectations and standards
Maintain high levels of health and safety compliance, carrying out regular inspections and taking immediate corrective action where required
Promote a proactive safety culture, encouraging teams to identify and mitigate risks before issues arise
Take ownership of site issues, ensuring they are resolved efficiently and effectively
Contribute to delivering high levels of customer satisfaction, addressing any client-related concerns promptly
Lead and participate in site meetings, including subcontractor briefings and progress reviews
Support cost control measures and identify opportunities for efficiencies and savings
Ensure all works are carried out in line with industry standards and best practices
Candidate Requirements
Proven experience in a similar role within residential housebuilding (volume experience essential)
Background working with established or award-winning housebuilders is highly desirable
Strong understanding of construction processes and site operations
Experience working to NHBC standards
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Effective leadership and motivational skills to drive team performance
Proactive problem-solving approach and attention to detail
Comfortable working at heights and in a fast-paced site environment
Good level of IT literacy
Essential Certifications
CITB SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
First Aid at Work (FAW)
Valid CSCS Card
Desirable Certifications
Scaffold Awareness / Inspection (CISRS or equivalent)
Site Environmental Management (SEATS or IEMA)
Temporary Works Co-ordinator (TWC)
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum
Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career progression
Opportunity to work on high-quality residential developments within a growing business in Oxfordshire