Assistant Site Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a leading new build housing development of a 300-plot residential development in Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant…

Pay rate £22 – £23/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 2 September 2026

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About this job

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a leading new build housing development of a 300-plot residential development in Preston.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager with a strong background in new build housing, specifically timber frame to secure a 2-month contract with an established housebuilder.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you will support the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the development, helping to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager within new build housing
Strong timber frame experience is essential
Experience working on large-scale residential developments
Valid SSSTS or SMSTS
Valid CSCS
Valid First Aid
Good knowledge of health & safety, quality and programme management
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to work effectively alongside the Site Manager and wider site teamIt is crucial that you have prior experience working on large scale new build housing developments in the past.

Location: Preston
Project: 300-plot new build housing development
Duration: 2 months expected
Start: October
Rate: Dependent on experienceIf you are an experienced Assistant Site Manager with new build housing and timber frame experience, and hold all relevant tickets in date, please get in touch for further information or please apply with your most up to date CV

The relevant contact for this role is Molly in our Bolton Office. You can contact me directly on (phone number removed) or via email at .

If suitable, we will be in touch to discuss this opportunity with you further

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