Assistant Site Manager

Job Title: Assistant Site Manager

Location: West Midlands, Shropshire, Telford

Job Type: Contract, expected to work full-time hours Monday to Friday up until Christmas

IMMEDIATE START

Primary Industry: Construction, New Build Housing, House Building

Salary: £240 - £250 per day

Qualifications: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid, Driving Licence

Skills: New Build Housing, Snagging, Managing trades

An award-winning Housing Developer is looking for a freelance Assistant Site Manager for a project in Telford. With an immediate start, the Assistant Site Manager will be working up until Christmas and possibly into the new year. The project consists of traditional new build houses.

Job Duties:

• Assist the Site Manager in overseeing the construction site
• Manage and coordinate trades on site
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Conduct snagging and quality checks on new build housing
• Communicate effectively with contractors and team members

Required Qualifications:

• Valid SMSTS certification
• CSCS card
• First Aid certification
• Full UK Driving Licence

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Assistant Site Manager role.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of new build housing construction processes
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional health and safety certifications
• Experience in managing subcontractors

Working Conditions:

• On-site work in various weather conditions
• Regular interaction with contractors and construction team
• Potential for extended working hours to meet project deadlines