Assistant Site Manager

Dandara; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilder in Herne Bay seeks an Assistant Site Manager to oversee site operations for a new residential development. The ideal candidate should have NHBC experience and a proven track record in delivering high-quality construction. Responsibilities include supporting site management, coordinating trades, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and driving project progress. A competitive salary and attractive benefits package are on offer, including a car allowance and additional wellness support.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£40-50k)

Car Allowance

Site Bonus Scheme

Private medical insurance

25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employer-matched pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong NHBC experience with a proven track record delivering high-quality residential units.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager or solid No.2 looking to progress.
• Confident communicator with strong organizational and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily site operations, ensuring quality, program, and Health & Safety standards are achieved.
• Support supervision of groundworks and coordinate subcontractors for quality workmanship.
• Implement Health & Safety policy and ensure safe operations across the site.

Skills

NHBC experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Coordination skills

Job description

Dandara is a long-established and award-winning housebuilder. For over 30 years, we’ve built a reputation for quality, innovation and customer satisfaction, delivering thousands of homes and creating developments our communities are proud of. Our people are at the centre of our success, and we are committed to supporting their growth and development

We are recruiting for a highly capable Assistant Site Manager to join our fast-paced residential development in Lower Herne. This is a key opportunity to step into a thriving, forward-sold 104-unit scheme where construction is progressing rapidly, with groundworks well underway and superstructure and internal works advancing.

This role is ideal for a strong Assistant Site Manager or a proven No.2 looking to progress into a full Site Manager position within the next 12 months.

What you'll do

Supporting the Site Manager, you will help drive daily site operations, ensuring quality, programme, and Health & Safety standards are consistently achieved. You will be heavily involved in coordination of trades, monitoring progress, and ensuring all build stages meet NHBC requirements and company standards.

Site Coordination and Set up

• Assist in establishing and maintaining site facilities, temporary works, service routes and traffic management.
• Prepare and support method statements for temporary works in line with Health & Safety plans.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and H&S Advisor to ensure site compliance at all times.

Build Management

• Support the supervision of groundworks, formwork, blockwork and associated setting‑out checks (E.D.M. use advantageous).
• Coordinate and monitor subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to programme.
• Review drawings, check work against specifications, and ensure materials and labour are available to meet progress targets.
• Identify issues early, reporting to the Site Manager and implementing agreed solutions.

Quality Assurance

• Maintain high standards of finish across all stages of construction, particularly around brick/blockwork, DPCs, insulation, cavity standards and structural elements.
• Carry out regular inspections and prepare NHBC-ready plots.
• Support sign‑off processes in collaboration with NHBC inspectors and internal teams.

Health & Safety

• Implement the company Health & Safety policy and support the preparation of RAMS, permits to work and safe systems of work.
• Ensure subcontractors operate safely and in compliance with site rules.
• Record and report accidents, incidents and near‑misses and help promote a strong safety culture.

What you will have

• Strong NHBC experience with a proven track record delivering high-quality residential units.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager or a solid No.2 looking to progress.
• Ability to work efficiently on a fast‑paced site with multiple plots at varying stages.
• Confident communicator with strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with trades, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety, CDM regulations, and construction buildability.
• Motivated, proactive, and committed to high‑quality delivery.

What's in it for you

• Competitive basic salary (£40-50k) based on experience
• Car Allowance
• Site Bonus Scheme
• Private medical insurance
• X3 life assurance.
• Time for You: 25 Days holiday, plus bank holidays plus the option to buy 5 more!
• Well-being Support: Access to 24‑hour Health Hero, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and the Health Assured Wisdom App.
• Lifestyle Perks: Cycle‑to‑work scheme and flexible benefits like gym membership discounts and shopping vouchers.
• Future‑focused: Employer‑matched pension scheme (up to 5%) and career development opportunities within a growing company.

Important Note:
Dandara ONLY accepts direct applications. Any cv's received from recruitment agencies will be considered a free gift. Our Head of Recruitment, Ross Davies will be happy to talk directly to potential candidates so reach out to him directly on Linkedin