Assistant Site Manager in Glasgow

Do you want to work for a company who value their staff, commit to developing the communities they work in and have a sustained pipeline of work in the social and affordable housing industry in Scotland?

About the role

As an Assistant Site Manager, you will play a key role in our Operational Team supporting the Site Manager to safely deliver social housing and construction developments, upholding strict quality control measures, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety requirements and carrying out site management tasks. We have current opportunities across West and Central Scotland.

Key roles and responsibilities include;

• Walk the site regularly to review and ensure quality, progress, safety, etc. Have at length discussions with subcontractors regards progress and performance.
• Produce snagging lists and ensure final sign off on all works for each build stage and liaise with Clerk of Works throughout.
• Assist the Site Manager to appraise and manage the site staff and direct labour as well as overseeing any agency workers contracted to the business.
• Work closely with your Site Manager on recording labour on site daily and complete Weekly Labour Reports and to send to Site Management each week.
• Complete operative and subcontractor inductions in line with SHEQ department procedures.
• Oversee subcontractors, tradespeople, and suppliers to maintain construction quality and efficiency.
• Review and approve contractor and supplier invoices and delivery notes.
• Liaise effectively with procurement and commercial teams to ensure appropriate financial management including communication of procurement needs, delivery notes, invoices, call offs, site instructions and day works, etc.
• Produce regular internal and external reports on project progress against programme.
• Work in partnership with our SHEQ team to promote and ensure a strong safety culture on site at all times.
• Monitor and record daily and weekly Health & Safety issues using company standard safety forms identified by construction phase Health & Safety system. Carry out toolbox talks to all site teams/subcontractors and visitors.
• Use a range of IT systems including Work Wallet, MS Office packages, Project Commander, etc.

The Benefits

Company Pension

Car Allowance

Life Assurance

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company Bonus scheme

Attractive Salary

Your Skills and Experience

This role is ideally suited to an experienced Assistant Site Manager with a background in delivering Social Housing Projects. We are preferably seeking someone from a Joinery/trade background for this role due to the needs of our projects.

The ideal candidate will be/have;

• Trade background - i.e. Joinery and/or suitable academic qualification within the construction industry such as HNC, HND, Degree or relevant level of SVQ, equivalent to SCQF level 6-7, combined with a number of years relevant industry related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, regulations, and safety standards in Scotland.
• Valid SMSTS (preferred however training can be provided).
• Valid Black/Manager’s CSCS card (preferred however training can be provided)
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Clear and effective communicator, in-person, via email and in meetings.
• Able to set clear objectives for themselves and others (in line with needs of the role).
• Comfortable and confident in using standard IT systems.
• Hold a current and valid UK Driving licence.

About the Company

Since its foundation in 1946, McTaggart Construction has delivered significant impact through the delivery of social, affordable and private housing projects throughout West and Central Scotland. We are seeking to future proof our business by retaining and onboarding key talent to ensure successful ongoing project delivery and excellent relationships with our suppliers, subcontractors and clients.

We proactively seek to engage with a diverse workforce and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities and beliefs.

How to Apply

Email your CV to our Recruitment & HR Advisor at or call us on 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation about this role.

Please note, we are seeking direct applications only at this time. No agency CVs will be accepted for this role. Should we require assistance in filling the position, we will reach out to our existing agency partners.

Closing Date

14th July 2024