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Assistant Site Manager

Job in City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: James Gray Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Edinburgh

Our client is a 5‑star house builder known for supplying high‑quality homes. They bring together some of the brightest minds, cutting‑edge technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. Their ambition is to attract the very best talent in the industry to help shape the future of building. They are creating an organisation where driven, talented individuals can build the career they truly want.

They are looking for individuals who can contribute innovative thinking and creativity, while also demonstrating strong commercial awareness in managing teams, budgets, and costs.

Reporting directly to the Site Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the development through to completion. This will involve helping to meet programme deadlines, quality standards, and cost objectives by effectively coordinating the site team and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities
  • Assisting the Site Manager with the organisation of trades, labour, and materials to ensure the build programme stays on track
  • Collaborating with the Sales Team by attending regular Sales/Build meetings, following agreed procedures, and carrying out inspections of show homes
  • Taking on additional duties as required by the Site Manager, including stepping in to cover their responsibilities when necessary
  • Supporting the Site Manager in ensuring the site team is properly resourced, clearly directed, and equipped with the guidance, communication, and training needed to perform effectively
  • Delivering a high standard of customer service in line with company expectations
What we’re looking for
  • Proven experience working to structured construction programmes
  • A confident and proactive approach to ensuring site teams and subcontractors meet targets
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to adapt priorities as business needs change
  • Comprehensive knowledge of construction processes and relevant regulations, including Health & Safety, NHBC standards, and Building Regulations
  • Solid experience in handling customer service matters effectively
Company benefits
  • Competitive salary package
  • Performance‑related bonus scheme
  • Company car or cash allowance option
  • Private healthcare cover
  • Flexible benefits options
  • Enhanced family‑friendly policies

We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.

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