Assistant Site Manager Affordable Housebuilding

Esh Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm is looking for an Assistant Site Manager in Leeds. In this role, you will support day-to-day engineering activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards. Key qualifications include at least 3 years’ experience, SMSTS certification, First Aid, and a CSCS Card. The company also offers various benefits such as enhanced holidays, a hybrid working model, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Benefits

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave

Hybrid Working

Pension plan

ULEV Car Lease Scheme

Exclusive savings program

Buy and Sell Holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of occupational experience in site management.
• 5 Day SMSTS certification required.
• First Aid at Work certification is necessary.
• Possession of a CSCS Card is required.
• Environmental Waste Management for Managers is desirable.
• Manual Handling experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects to agreed timescales and budget requirements.
• Maintain exceptional quality standards on site.
• Plan and coordinate resources effectively.
• Ensure that Health & Safety on site is adhered to.
• Provide regular feedback to the Contracts Manager.
• Submit weekly timesheets to payroll as applicable.

Skills

Project delivery

Health and Safety compliance

Resource coordination

Team support

Job description

About the role:

We are seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support the day-to-day engineering and construction activities across a range of schemes. Working closely with the Site Agent or Project Manager, you’ll help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. From refurbishments to large-scale redevelopments, you’ll play a key role in maintaining programme, budget, and quality—while upholding our commitment to Health & Safety and customer satisfaction.

Location:

Leeds

What we will expect from you:

• Ensure the delivery of projects to agreed timescales
• Ensure the delivery of projects are within budget requirements
• Ensure the delivery of projects to an exceptional quality standard
• Ensure H&S on site is adhered to at all times
• Plan and coordinate resources to ensure site runs effectively and efficiently
• Plan and coordinate all work for subcontractors
• Feedback regularly to Contracts Manager on New Build matters
• Submit weekly timesheets to payroll – where applicable
• Ensure site employees are appropriately trained

It is not possible for this document to totally encompass or define all tasks that may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties may therefore vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years occupational experience
• 5 Day SMSTS
• First Aid at Work
• CSCS Card
• Environmental Waste Management for Managers (desirable)
• Manual Handling (desirable)

Attributes & Skills:

• Encourage and supports other colleagues
• Friendly and approachable and caring
• Has a ‘can do/ will do’ attitude
• Analysis own performance and takes steps to improve this
• Remains focused when faced with competing demands
• Keeps people informed of progress on key tasks
• Adapts their communication style to suit their customer/ colleague responding to their feedback
• Is open to new ideas and listens to other peoples point of view
• Is open and honest
• Consistently makes decision which brings benefit to customers
• Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner
• Professional behaviour at all times

Benefits:

Enhanced Holidays & Birthday Leave: Extra time off plus a day to celebrate your birthday.

Hybrid Working: Balance work and life with flexible arrangements (where applicable).

Secure your future with a pension plan and expert guidance.

ULEV Car Lease Scheme: Drive greener with our ultra-low emission vehicle leasing option.

Exclusive savings on shopping, leisure and lifestyle.

Buy and Sell Holidays: Flexibility to purchase or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle.

Cycle to Work: Save money and stay healthy with our bike purchase scheme.