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Site Foreman

Assistant Site Manager / General Foreman – Manchester (North West Projects)

Office Location: Manchester
Project Location: North West
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000

We are working with a well-established main contractor who are looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager / General Foreman to join their Manchester office, delivering projects across the North West.

This is a site-based role supporting the Site Manager and Project Manager in the efficient, profitable and safety-conscious delivery of projects from inception through to completion and handover.

You will play a key role in day-to-day site coordination, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards, while maintaining a strong presence on site and supporting subcontractors and operatives.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on approach with a strong focus on health & safety, site organisation and maintaining smooth project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Site Manager and Project Manager with all site-based activities
  • Liaise with subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to required standards
  • Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the Construction Phase Plan
  • Ensure RAMS are in place, understood and followed by all operatives
  • Carry out site inductions and ensure all operatives are CSCS registered and compliant
  • Supervise directly employed operatives and subcontractor teams in line with site rules
  • Maintain health & safety standards, including PPE, safe systems of work and toolbox talks
  • Issue and manage PPE requirements for operatives and visitors
  • Assist with contract administration and site documentation via SharePoint
  • Attend weekly progress meetings and support coordination of labour, plant and materials
  • Provide accurate information for progress reporting and site updates
  • Support preparation of weekly reports, diaries and progress photographs
  • Ensure site cleanliness, security and welfare facilities are maintained
  • Support compilation of O&M manuals and Health & Safety files
  • Monitor labour activities and ensure safe working practices are followed
  • Carry out regular toolbox talks and maintain records
  • Ensure compound and site areas are secure and well maintained
  • Support compliance with company procedures, policies and code of conduct

Requirements

  • Basic IT literacy including Word, Excel and email
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong health & safety awareness
  • Good numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and coordination skills
  • SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness and Working at Height, Appropriate CSCS card, PASMA (preferred)
  • Ability to assist with RAMS and site documentation
  • Professional and proactive approach on site


Location: Manchester | Salary: £40000 - £50000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 08/05/2026

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