Office Location: Manchester
Project Location: North West
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000
We are working with a well-established main contractor who are looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager / General Foreman to join their Manchester office, delivering projects across the North West.
This is a site-based role supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager in the efficient, profitable and safety-conscious delivery of projects from inception through to completion and handover.
You will play a key role in day-to-day site coordination, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards, while maintaining a strong presence on site and supporting subcontractors and operatives.
The role requires a proactive, hands-on approach with a strong focus on health & safety, site organisation and maintaining smooth project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Site Manager and Project Manager with all site-based activities
Liaise with subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to required standards
Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the Construction Phase Plan
Ensure RAMS are in place, understood and followed by all operatives
Carry out site inductions and ensure all operatives are CSCS registered and compliant
Supervise directly employed operatives and subcontractor teams in line with site rules
Maintain health & safety standards, including PPE, safe systems of work and toolbox talks
Issue and manage PPE requirements for operatives and visitors
Assist with contract administration and site documentation via SharePoint
Attend weekly progress meetings and support coordination of labour, plant and materials
Provide accurate information for progress reporting and site updates
Support preparation of weekly reports, diaries and progress photographs
Ensure site cleanliness, security and welfare facilities are maintained
Support compilation of O&M manuals and Health & Safety files
Monitor labour activities and ensure safe working practices are followed
Carry out regular toolbox talks and maintain records
Ensure compound and site areas are secure and well maintained
Support compliance with company procedures, policies and code of conduct
Requirements
Basic IT literacy including Word, Excel and email
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong health & safety awareness
Good numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and coordination skills
SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness and Working at Height, Appropriate CSCS card, PASMA (preferred)
Ability to assist with RAMS and site documentation
Professional and proactive approach on site
Salary description
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per year