Assistant Contracts Supervisor

Build Recruitment
Assistant Contracts Supervisor

Salary: £24,000 £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: South Devon

The Company

We are a well-established construction and property services contractor delivering high-quality refurbishment, maintenance, and construction projects across the South West.

As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Contracts Supervisor to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone leaving college or looking to start a long-term career in construction management.

The Role

Working alongside our experienced Contracts Managers and Site Managers, you’ll gain practical experience in all aspects of project delivery. You’ll spend time both in the office and on site, learning how construction projects are planned, managed, and successfully completed.

This is a development role with a clear career path. You’ll receive mentoring, structured training, and the opportunity to complete industry-recognised qualifications, including SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), as you progress towards becoming a Site Manager or Contracts Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Shadow Site Managers on active construction projects.
• Assist with the day-to-day coordination and supervision of site activities.
• Support the planning and scheduling of labour, materials, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress and help ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to a high standard.
• Assist with site inspections and health & safety documentation.
• Complete site reports, progress updates, and project records.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and the wider project team.
• Carry out general administrative duties to support project delivery.
• Develop an understanding of contracts, compliance, quality control, and construction management.

What We’re Looking ForEssential

• Full UK driving licence.
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in construction.
• Computer literate, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work as part of a team.

Desirable

• A college qualification in Construction, Engineering, Building Studies, or a related subject.
• Some knowledge or practical experience of the construction industry.
• CSCS Card (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to complete SMSTS and other industry-recognised qualifications.
• Clear career progression into Site Management and Contracts Management.
• Exposure to a wide variety of construction and refurbishment projects.
• Competitive salary.
• Company pension.
• Holiday entitlement.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

If you’re ambitious, practical, and ready to begin a rewarding career in construction, we’d love to hear from you. Call Kirsty on (phone number removed).