Assistant Site Manager

Advertised by Linsco

Location
Derby, Derbyshire
Salary
£35,000 - £42,000 a year Car allowance, benefits package
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Construction
Posted
7 October 2026
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Job description

Assistant Site Manager

Location: East Midlands (Nottingham & Derby)
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 dependent on experience
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Package: Car allowance + benefits

The Company

Linsco are delighted to be working with a well-established construction contractor delivering a wide range of new build, refurbishment and retrofit projects across the East Midlands, with a strong reputation in the industry and experience across a broad range of sectors.

The business regularly undertakes projects in sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Education, Care and Public Sector with schemes typically valued at up to £5m, covering refurbishment, upgrades, and new build works. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join the team on a permanent basis.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you will support the Site Manager with the day-to-day management of site operations, helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, to programme and to the required quality standards.

Initial projects will be based in Nottingham and Derbyshire areas, followed by further works across the region and across South Yorkshire. This role would suit an experienced Assistant Site Manager or an ambitious Site Supervisor looking to take the next step, with experience across refurbishment and new build projects, particularly within occupied or operational buildings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of site operations, ensuring safe and efficient delivery
  • Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour alongside the Site Manager
  • Assist with maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality, and housekeeping
  • Monitor progress of works and assist with ensuring the project remains on programme
  • Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, consultants, and internal teams
  • Support the delivery of refurbishment works, including window replacements and building upgrades
  • Assist with site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspections, and progress reporting
  • Carry out regular site inspections and toolbox talks
  • Assist with coordinating materials, labour and plant requirements
  • Support the Site Manager in identifying and resolving issues on site
  • Help maintain a positive and well-organised site environment

Requirements

  • Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager, Site Supervisor or similar construction role
  • Experience across both new build and refurbishment projects preferred
  • Experience working on projects within live or occupied environments preferred
  • Valid SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certificates
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  • Ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors and support programme control
  • A proactive approach with the ambition to progress within site management
  • Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Car allowance or company vehicle included as part of the package
  • Long-term, permanent opportunity with a stable and growing contractor
  • Varied project exposure across the education, commercial, industrial, care and public sectors
  • Excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Supervisor or Assistant Site Manager looking to progress their career

These roles are likely to move quickly with interviews being scheduled over the next 2 weeks, so if you feel you could be suited, please apply with an updated CV or contact Rich at Linsco for further information.

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today, attaching a copy of your current CV.

Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.

Linsco is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered on their merits regardless of background, characteristics or personal circumstances. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

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