Assistant Site Manager

Assistant Site Manager Berkshire & Hampshire - Commercial & Education

Location: Winchester & Reading Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Package Sector: Commercial Education New Build Refurbishment CContractor: Regional Medium-Sized Main Contractor

A long-standing, medium-sized regional contractor is looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager to support delivery across two upcoming projects between Winchester and Reading. These schemes sit within the commercial and education sectors, with values ranging from £1 million to £6 million.

This is a key hire aimed at developing the next generation of site managers within the business. You'll work closely with experienced Project and Site Managers, gaining hands-on exposure to small-to-medium sized projects in a company that prides itself on local work, structured training and long-term progression.

The Role

You will support the site leadership team across two live construction projects, taking responsibility for day-to-day coordination, safety standards and assisting in the smooth running of all site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily site operations on projects between £1m-£6m
• Support subcontractor coordination and quality control
• Help maintain programme and progress tracking
• Review drawings and support technical coordination
• Ensure strong health & safety standards on site
• Liaise with the design, commercial and project teams
• Contribute to snagging, QA checks, and site documentation
• Provide general support to the Site/Project Manager across both schemes

Ideal Candidate

• 1-2 years' experience in a Site Management or Assistant Site Management role
• Experience working on commercial or education projects is beneficial
• Qualification desirable but not essential: Construction degree / HNC / HND (or similar)
• A trade background in civils or internal finishes is also a strong option
• Confident communicator, organised, and keen to learn
• SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS and First Aid beneficial (or willingness to obtain)
• Motivated, career-driven, and looking for long-term progression

What's on Offer

• £30,000 - £40,000 salary + package
• Genuine progression into Site Manager level
• Exposure to well-structured, small-to-medium sized projects
• Work concentrated locally between Winchester and Reading
• Supportive management team committed to developing future leaders
• Stable pipeline of secured work heading into 2026

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion.

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