35,000 (including car allowance, flexible depending on experience)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Our client is a market-leading commercial interior design and fit-out company, recognized for creating innovative and functional workspaces. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Assistant Site Manager to join our client's team, supporting the delivery of high-quality interior fit-out projects across the UK.
The Assistant Site Manager will support senior Site Managers in the daily operations of construction and interior fit-out projects. The role is ideal for candidates with construction experience or those who are looking to build their career in site management, including recent graduates from construction-related degrees.
Assist more senior Site Managers with the day-to-day management of the site, helping to oversee subcontractors and trades.
Aid in monitoring site progress to ensure that all activities align with project plans and timelines.
Help with the coordination of trades and ensure resources are used efficiently.
Assist in carrying out risk assessments and maintaining health and safety documentation.
Quality Assurance:
Help to monitor the quality of workmanship and materials to ensure it meets the required standards.
Assist in conducting site inspections and raising any defects or issues with the Senior Site Manager.
Subcontractor Coordination:
Support the coordination of subcontractors’ work to ensure it aligns with project schedules.
Assist in monitoring subcontractor performance and attendance.
Help resolve any on-site issues or conflicts between trades.
Help maintain up-to-date site records, including daily progress reports, delivery logs, and site instructions.
Experience in construction (interior fit-out experience is a plus but not necessary).
Candidates can come from a joinery background or construction-related degree, with recent graduates being considered.
A good understanding of health and safety requirements on a construction site.
Ability to read and understand project drawings and specifications.
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS (Site Supervisors' Safety Training Scheme) certification is required.
CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card is essential.
Degree in a construction-related field (desirable but not essential).
Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to liaise with subcontractors, trades, and clients.
Compensation & Benefits:
~ Overnight Allowance: £40 per night for overnight stays.
~ Overtime: £250 per weekend day worked (on top of the salary).
~25 days of paid annual leave plus public holidays for new starters, increasing to 27 days and then to 30 days with tenure.
~ Buy or sell up to 5 days of holiday per year.
~ Childcare scheme offering tax benefits.
~ Cycle-to-work scheme supporting a healthy, active workforce.
~ Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
~ Electric car scheme and free on-site EV charging points.
~ Free fruit, eye tests, flu vaccinations, and on-site parking.
~ Refer-a-friend scheme to help the team grow.
~ Annual structured pay reviews.
~ Life Assurance and pension salary sacrifice scheme.
~ Mobile/Tech salary sacrifice for purchasing mobile devices.
~ Tax-free bonus: Up to £3,600 per annum based on company performance.
~ Annual cost-of-living increase (dependent on company performance).
~ Private healthcare (after 12 months of service).
Career Development:
Funded training opportunities to help develop your skills and build your CV.
Clear path for career progression, with opportunities to move into a full Site Manager role as you develop your experience and expertise.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for construction and fit-out projects, we would love to hear from you!