Assistant Site Manager
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Edinburgh
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Construction
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Site Management
Health & Safety
Quality Control
Communication
Leadership
Problem-solving
Scottish building regulations
FULL DESCRIPTION
Assistant Site Manager
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.
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