Assistant Site Manager

Freelance Assistant Site Manager Location: County Durham Project: New Build Housing Development Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience Linear Recruitment are currently working with a well-established housebuilder…

Contract type Contract
Posted 21 September 2026

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Freelance Assistant Site Manager

Location: County Durham

Project: New Build Housing Development

Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Linear Recruitment are currently working with a well-established housebuilder who are looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Assistant Site Manager to join a new build housing development in County Durham.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join an established site team and play a key role in the successful delivery of a high-quality residential development.

The Role

Working closely with the Site Manager, you will assist with the day-to-day management and coordination of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

Assisting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development

Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site trades

Monitoring progress against the programme

Ensuring works are completed to the required quality standards

Carrying out regular site inspections and quality checks

Maintaining strong health & safety standards across the site

Coordinating deliveries, materials and site logistics

Attending site meetings and providing progress updates

Ensuring relevant site documentation and records are maintained

Working closely with the Site Manager and wider project team to ensure programme targets are achieved

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager on new build housing developments

Strong knowledge of residential construction and build processes

Experience coordinating subcontractors and site activities

A strong understanding of health & safety and quality requirements

SMSTS 

CSCS

First Aid

Excellent communication and organisational skills

The ability to work effectively as part of an established site team

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