Assistant Site Manager

About the role

Lester Cladding Ltd is a family-owned business specialising in roofing, cladding, rainscreen and envelope solutions, based in Buckley, Flintshire. With 40 years’ experience of the construction industry, we partner with clients from inception to completion of projects worth up to £5 million. Our offices are based in Buckley, North Wales but there is no requirement to attend our offices daily; managers are expected to attend as and when required. The role will be heavily site-based, with much of the work conducted outdoors reviewing the job or in a site cabin. Projects are located across the North West, North Wales, and down to the Midlands, including Preston, Sheffield, Manchester, Liverpool, Anglesey, and Stafford. There is no requirement to lodge; all sites are managed with local labour and management. Travel distance from home to site is considered when assigning projects.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily site briefings and meetings and provide updates on site progress.
• Ensure all operatives are briefed daily via Inndex (the digital software used for reporting).
• Oversee and report to the Site or Contracts Manager regarding sub-contractors and labour forces on site, assisting in delivering workmanship to the highest standard.
• Ensure on-site labour is making adequate progress; assist with organising and supervising subcontractors and employed cladders on site.
• Maintain communication with supply team members to help with delivery, including following up verbal messages via Inndex.
• Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed and returned in a timely manner, raising concerns with the Site or Contracts Manager. This includes checking on Inndex that:
  • Toolbox talks are carried out weekly.
  • MEWP / Plant checks are carried out daily.
  • All operatives are briefed onto RAMS.
  • RAMS amendments are being created and briefed when required.
  • PPE is being worn correctly.
• Produce daily and weekly progress, safety, and quality reports via Inndex.
• Check all deliveries against the delivery note and upload copies of the signed delivery note to Inndex.
• Ensure the supply chain is working in accordance with their risk assessments and method statements, and to the sequence of works and installation process.
• Understand and work towards the project programme and assist in reporting the programme position.
• Record, report, and rectify any issues arising on site such as segregation, walkways, and ground conditions via Inndex.
• Learn a basic understanding of job details, including specification details, installation methods, and sequencing methods.

Qualifications

• Essential:
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • CSCS Card.
  • Basic understanding of construction processes, materials, and health and safety regulations.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proactive with a problem-solving mindset.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project).
• Other qualifications (not required but beneficial):
  • A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • SMSTS / SSSTS / IPAF / NPORS / CPCS / First Aid / FASET / Manual Handling / Work at Height.

Benefits

• 2pm finishes on Fridays.
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 24 + BH after 2 years, and 25 + BH after 5 years, and further thereafter.
• Company-provided small van for sole use (fully funded).
• Company pension.
• Free fitness classes.
• Free and on-site parking.