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)

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 house building, 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.

• 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

• Proven experience in a similar role within residential house building (volume experience essential)
• Background working with established or award‑winning house builders 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

• CITB SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• First Aid at Work (FAW)
• Valid CSCS Card

• Scaffold Awareness / Inspection (CISRS or equivalent)
• Site Environmental Management (SEATS or IEMA)
• Temporary Works Co‑ordinator (TWC)

• 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