Assistant Site Manager
Social Housing Refurbishment
Full-time | Permanent
London

£40,000 – £45,000 + Package (DOE)

Assistant Site Manager job available delivering internal and external refurbishment works across occupied social housing properties throughout London, offering the opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of Housing Association and Local Authority projects.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Site Manager to support the delivery of social housing refurbishment projects within occupied environments.

Working closely with the Site Manager, subcontractors, Resident Liaison Officers, and client representatives, the successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day management of site operations, helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager with the day-to-day delivery of social housing refurbishment projects, including internal and external works
• Help coordinate subcontractors, labour, materials, and site logistics to ensure smooth project delivery
• Monitor site activities to ensure works are completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and RAMS
• Support the management of programme milestones and report any delays, risks, or issues
• Assist with site inductions, toolbox talks, and health & safety inspections
• Ensure works are completed to the required quality standards and specifications
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, residents, and other project stakeholders
• Support the management of materials, deliveries, waste management, and site organisation
• Maintain accurate site records including daily diaries, risk assessments, method statements, and H&S documentation
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organised site environment

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Foreperson, or similar role within construction or social housing refurbishment
• Experience working on occupied refurbishment or planned maintenance projects is advantageous
• Good understanding of construction processes, health & safety regulations, and site procedures
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with site teams and stakeholders
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop within a site management role
• Organised, reliable, and solutions-focused approach

Essential Qualifications

• CSCS Card
• First Aid at Work
• Asbestos Awareness
• Manual Handling

Desirable Qualifications

• SSSTS or SMSTS
• NVQ Level 4 in Construction Site Supervision (or equivalent)
• Working towards further site management qualifications

Package & Benefits

• £40,000 – £45,000 + package
• Long-term secured social housing work pipeline
• Structured career progression towards Site Manager level
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to work with a well-established and respected contractor

This Assistant Site Manager role offers the opportunity to develop your career with a leading social housing contractor, supporting the delivery of refurbishment projects across occupied homes while gaining exposure to all aspects of site management and project delivery. Apply now for immediate consideration.