Assistant Site Manager

Salary Range: £35,000 - £40,000 gross per annum (car allowance included), depending on experience

Role Location: London

Contract type: Employment, permanent, full-time role

Join our team as an Assistant Site Manager!

Are you an experienced and motivated site professional? We’re looking for a driven Assistant Site Manager to help deliver our Kitchen & Bathroom renewal projects across multiple sites in London.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in refurbishing projects within the social housing sector, strong leadership skills, a hands-on approach, and the ability to manage trade teams effectively. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication skills, and are proficient in Microsoft Office, we would love to hear from you!

A full, clean UK driving licence and confidence in driving in London and the surrounding area are essential. For the right candidate, this role offers genuine career progression opportunities, including the potential to advance into a Site Manager position.

Main Objectives of the Assistant Site Manager role: 

• Lead and motivate all site-based operatives, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard


• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and oversee adherence to health & safety regulations to maintain a secure working environment


• Monitor and control the quality of work performed on-site, ensuring all projects meet company and industry standards


• Ensure the site remains well-organised, clean, and adheres to environmental and waste management policies


• Work closely with project managers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless execution of site activities in line with contractual requirements


• Maintain positive relationships with residents, ensuring their needs are met, and they experience a high standard of service from PiLON

Must-haves and skills required for the Assistant Site Manager role:

• Experience in refurbishing projects within the social housing sector


• Construction Skills Certificate Card [CSCS] 


• Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme [SSSTS] 
  


• First Aid qualification 


• Full, clean UK driving license and access to own vehicle 


• Timekeeping and reliability 


• Prioritisation skills and flexibility are required in order to meet commitments and deadlines 


• Organised and excellent Microsoft Office skills 

Desired qualifications: 

• Experience in the social housing sector 
  


• Site Manager Safety Training Scheme [SMSTS] 


• Asbestos Awareness Training 


• Health & Safety Awareness 

Why work with us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get as an Assistant Site Manager:

• 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
  


• Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme


• Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
  


• A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
  


• A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience


• Trained Mental Health First Aiders support


• Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more…
  

About us: 

With over 20 years of success behind us, PiLON began an exciting new chapter in 2024 as part of the United Infrastructure Group. This growth means more opportunity, broader expertise, and long-term stability for our teams - and a stronger platform for people to build lasting careers.

We specialise in planned maintenance and refurbishment within the social housing sector and are known for delivering high-quality work with care, consistency, and respect for the communities we serve.

At PiLON, we don’t just hire for skills - we hire for attitude, potential, and values. We actively welcome people from a wide range of backgrounds, knowing that diverse teams perform better and create better outcomes. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our membership of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, supporting positive change across the built environment.

If you’re reliable, motivated, and looking for a role where your work genuinely matters, PiLON offers a supportive environment, opportunities to develop, and the chance to be proud of what you do every day.