Assistant Site Manager

Our client is a major house builder with an enviable reputation for quality – in build and people. They value collaboration, team work and have a strong stance on the wellbeing of their employees.

Based in West Lothian, you’ll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the site from start through to completion. You will help ensure programme deadlines, quality standards and cost targets are met, while assisting with the day-to-day coordination of site activity, subcontractors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Site Manager with the overall organisation and progress of works on site, helping to achieve programme, quality and cost objectives

Support the coordination of subcontractors, direct labour and materials to ensure the build programme stays on track

Work closely with the Sales Team by attending regular Sales/Build meetings, following agreed procedures, and ensuring show homes are inspected and maintained to a high standard

Take on additional responsibilities as required by the Site Manager, including stepping in as deputy when needed

Help ensure the construction team is appropriately resourced, well managed and clear on responsibilities, with support provided through communication, guidance and ongoing development

Contribute to delivering an excellent customer experience, ensuring service standards align with company expectations

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience working on sites with structured build programmes and timelines

Confident and proactive approach, with the ability to drive performance and keep teams focused on delivery targets

Strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt priorities when business needs change

Ideally CIOB qualified and/or NVQ Level qualification in Construction Management (or a time-served tradesperson with broad site experience)

Strong working knowledge of construction processes and compliance requirements, including Health & Safety, NHBC standards and Building Regulations

Good experience handling customer service matters and resolving issues professionally

Our client believes in recruiting the very best people, developing their skills and rewarding them well.

James Gray Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age