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Job Title: Site Agent / Assistant Site Manager
Location: Projects based across Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Ipswich, and Norwich
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience + benefits
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and reliable Site Agent / Assistant Site Manager to join a long-established main contractor delivering a broad portfolio of high-quality construction projects across East Anglia. With a strong pipeline of secured work across public and private sectors, this is a permanent position offering stability, variety, and genuine career progression.
Key Project Types:
The role will involve working on a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes including:
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Educational facilities (schools, academies, colleges)
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Healthcare and community buildings
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Local authority and council frameworks
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Commercial and industrial units
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Heritage restorations and specialist works
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Residential schemes and small-scale housing developments
All projects are local to the region — no long-distance travel or overnight stays required.
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist with day-to-day management of construction sites ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality delivery
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Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, plant, and materials on site
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Work closely with site and project managers to keep progress on track
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Monitor and maintain site records, reports, and compliance documentation
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Uphold strong standards of health & safety, environmental responsibility, and workmanship
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Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to maintain clear communication
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience in a similar Site Agent or Assistant Site Manager role on general building projects
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Good technical understanding of new build and refurbishment processes
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Confident reading and interpreting drawings and specifications
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SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid, and CSCS certification required
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Full UK driving licence
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Strong organisational and leadership skills with a hands-on approach
What’s on Offer:
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Permanent role with a highly respected regional contractor
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Varied local projects within a secure and forward-thinking business
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Supportive environment with opportunities for further development
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Competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, and benefits
How to Apply:
If you’re looking to build a long-term career with a busy and reputable contractor in East Anglia, we’d like to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a brief note outlining your experience and interest in the role
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