Details:
- Salary: £42,000 - 48,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: East Lothian
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Our client is an exceptional developer in Scotland, providing high quality flatted and detached properties across the central belt. They currently have a requirement for an experienced assistant site manager for one of their flagship site in East Lothian.
Purpose of the Role
To support the Site Manager in the day-to-day operations of a high-quality residential flatted development. You will be responsible for ensuring that all construction activities are completed safely, on schedule, and to the required quality standards while managing on-site trades and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management: Coordinate and supervise all site labour and subcontractors on a plot-by-plot basis to maintain the build programme.
Health & Safety: Monitor all activities to ensure strict adherence to the Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan, including conducting site inductions and toolbox talks.
Quality Control: Carry out regular inspections and produce detailed snagging lists to ensure all units meet NHBC standards and company specifications before handover.
Logistics & Materials: Assist in managing site deliveries, equipment, and material call-offs to prevent project delays.
Documentation: Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, weekly labour reports, and health and safety forms.
Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for architects, surveyors, sales teams, and customers to ensure smooth project delivery.
Site Security: Ensure adequate security measures are in place, including traffic management and public safety fencing.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: Proven experience in a similar role within residential construction, ideally on flatted or timber frame developments.
Certifications: Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), CSCS card (Manager or Supervisor level), and First Aid at Work.
Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of Scottish building regulations and the ability to interpret technical drawings and plans.
Driving Licence: A full UK driving licence is typically essential.
To apply for the role, attach your up-to-date CV and Nicola Monro will come back to you directly to discuss in more detail