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Assistant Site Manager - Major Commercial Project

We're working with one of the UK's most respected main contractors to recruit an Assistant Site Manager for a major commercial project that's already well underway.

Known for delivering some of the country's most impressive and technically challenging schemes, this business has built an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation, and investing in its people. and they're now looking to strengthen an already established project team with the addition of a Assistant Site Manager.

You'll be joining a large site management team on a fast-paced live project, reporting into an experienced Site Manager while taking responsibility for a newly released phase of the project. It's an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a major commercial scheme, work alongside experienced professionals, and develop your career within a business that genuinely values its people.

The Role

This is a hands-on role that will suit someone who enjoys being involved in every aspect of site delivery.

As Assistant Site Manager, you'll become the link between the Site Manager, subcontractors, and the wider project team, helping ensure work is progressing safely, efficiently, and to the highest possible standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Site Manager with the successful delivery of your phase of the project
• Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are progressing in line with programme
• Maintaining high standards of quality, health & safety, and site presentation
• Monitoring workmanship and ensuring work is completed in accordance with drawings and specifications
• Managing short-term programmes and helping keep the project moving forward
• Identifying potential issues before they become problems and working collaboratively to resolve them
• Building strong working relationships with subcontractors, consultants, and the wider project team
• Taking ownership of your work area while contributing to the success of the overall project

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is genuinely well-rounded. Someone who enjoys being out on site, is confident dealing with subcontractors, understands quality as well as programme, and isn't afraid to get involved wherever they're needed.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience as an Assistant Site Manager within main contracting
• Previous exposure to large commercial, industrial, mixed-use, education, healthcare, or similar construction projects
• A solid understanding of construction sequencing and site coordination
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on responsibility
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
• The ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the project team

What's On Offer

• Up to 55,000 basic salary
• Car allowance
• Competitive benefits package and bonus
• Opportunity to work on a flagship commercial project
• Support from an experienced and collaborative project team
• Clear opportunities for long-term career development within a leading Tier 1 contractor

If you're an Assistant Site Manager who's ready for a bigger challenge, enjoys working on complex commercial projects, and wants to be part of a team delivering something genuinely impressive, this is well worth a conversation.

To apply or find out more, contact Chelsey in our Brighton Office:

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