Assistant Site Manager

Assistant Site Manager - Residential New Build Location: Stockport Job Type: Freelance Duration: Temp to perm Rate: Competitive Day or Hourly Rates Start Date: Immediate Start Available We are currently seeking an…

Pay rate £25 – £26/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 7 August 2026

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Assistant Site Manager - Residential New Build

Location: Stockport
Job Type: Freelance
Duration: Temp to perm
Rate: Competitive Day or Hourly Rates
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a busy residential new-build development in Stockport. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role with a well-established contractor, working alongside an experienced and supportive site management team on a high-quality housing development.

As Assistant Site Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the site, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Site Manager with the daily management of site operations.
Coordinate subcontractors and trades to maintain programme deadlines.
Oversee finishing works, snagging, and defect resolution across multiple plots.
Carry out quality inspections throughout all stages of the build.
Assist with customer care, plot handovers, and home demonstrations.
Monitor build progress and help ensure project milestones are achieved.
Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety on site.
Ensure all homes meet NHBC standards and company quality expectations.
Liaise effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, and the wider project team.Requirements

Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager within residential house building.
Timber frame experience
Experience with apartments
Experience working on volume housing developments.
Strong knowledge of finishing works, snagging, and quality control.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage multiple plots simultaneously.
SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
Valid CSCS Card.
First Aid qualification.
A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.What's on Offer

Immediate start available.
Competitive day or hourly rates.
Long-term freelance opportunity with the potential to become permanent.
Opportunity to work on a well-established residential development.
Supportive, experienced, and collaborative site management team.Apply Today

If you're an experienced Assistant Site Manager looking for your next opportunity in Stockport, we'd love to hear from you.

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