Wednesday 26th August 2026

5381 Assistant Site Manager - McTaggart Construction


McTaggart Construction is looking for Assistant Site Managers to support the delivery of affordable housing and construction projects across our sites in the East Coast of Scotland. If you enjoy working as part of a site team, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want to help deliver quality homes.

What you'll do:

• Support the Site Manager with the safe and successful delivery of construction projects.

• Help coordinate site activities, subcontractors, suppliers and direct labour.

• Monitor progress against project programmes and assist with short-term planning.

• Carry out site inspections and quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.

• Produce snagging lists and support the sign-off process for completed works.

• Promote a strong health and safety culture across the site.

• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks and routine safety inspections with site staff and subcontractors.

• Assist with organising materials, plant, equipment and site facilities.

• Record labour levels, progress updates and site information accurately.

• Attend and support progress meetings with subcontractors and suppliers.

• Work with commercial, procurement and technical teams to support project delivery.

• Step in to oversee site operations when required in the absence of the Site Manager.

• Support sustainability and waste management initiatives on site.



What we're looking for:

• Experience in an Assistant Site Manager role or a similar construction supervisory position.

• Knowledge of housebuilding, social housing, or general construction projects.

• Understanding of construction health and safety requirements and site management practices.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• SMSTS, CSCS Card and First Aid qualifications are desirable, although training can be provided where required.

• Trade background or construction-related qualification would be advantageous.

• Full UK driving licence.



How to apply:

At McTaggart Construction, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you’re organised, community focused and motivated to help others succeed, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply via LinkedIn or email your CV to [email protected], or call 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation.

Please note We’re seeking direct applications only. No agency CVs will be accepted unless requested through our existing partners.
 

 

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  • Location Glasgow
  • Salary Competitive Salary
  • Close Date 01/10/2026
  • Contact Name Ross Grimes
  • Contact Details 07731518327
  • Job Type Full Time

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