Assistant Site Manager
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Location: County Durham
Project: New Build Housing Development
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Linear Recruitment are currently working with a well-established housebuilder who are looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Assistant Site Manager to join a new build housing development in County Durham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join an established site team and play a key role in the successful delivery of a high-quality residential development.
The Role
Working closely with the Site Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day management and coordination of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
Key responsibilities will include:
Assisting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development
Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site trades
Monitoring progress against the programme
Ensuring works are completed to the required quality standards
Carrying out regular site inspections and quality checks
Maintaining strong health & safety standards across the site
Coordinating deliveries, materials and site logistics
Attending site meetings and providing progress updates
Ensuring relevant site documentation and records are maintained
Working closely with the Site Manager and wider project team to ensure programme targets are achieved
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager on new build housing developments
Strong knowledge of residential construction and build processes
Experience coordinating subcontractors and site activities
A strong understanding of health & safety and quality requirements
SMSTS
CSCS
First Aid
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The ability to work effectively as part of an established site team
Location: County Durham
Project: New Build Housing Development
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Linear Recruitment are currently working with a well-established housebuilder who are looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Assistant Site Manager to join a new build housing development in County Durham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join an established site team and play a key role in the successful delivery of a high-quality residential development.
The Role
Working closely with the Site Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day management and coordination of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
Key responsibilities will include:
Assisting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development
Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site trades
Monitoring progress against the programme
Ensuring works are completed to the required quality standards
Carrying out regular site inspections and quality checks
Maintaining strong health & safety standards across the site
Coordinating deliveries, materials and site logistics
Attending site meetings and providing progress updates
Ensuring relevant site documentation and records are maintained
Working closely with the Site Manager and wider project team to ensure programme targets are achieved
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager on new build housing developments
Strong knowledge of residential construction and build processes
Experience coordinating subcontractors and site activities
A strong understanding of health & safety and quality requirements
SMSTS
CSCS
First Aid
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The ability to work effectively as part of an established site team