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Vistry Group

Trainee Assistant Site Manager

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Vistry Group

Builds affordable mixed‑tenure homes and sustainable UK communities via retail and B2B partnerships.

Assist site management with daily construction operations as a trainee supervisor.
1 months ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Ingenuity House
Onsite
Company Size
4,587 Employees
Service Specialisms
Housebuilding
Property development
Affordable housing partnerships
Mixed tenure homes
Partnership working
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Affordable Housing
Sustainable Home Construction
Community Regeneration
Build-to-Rent Projects
Role

Description

site inductions
risk identification
material delivery
quality oversight
safety reporting
contractor supervision

We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Assistant Site Manager to join our team within Vistry South Central Midlands, at our Bulkington site (CV12 9NJ). As our Trainee Assistant Site Manager, you will support the site management team in overseeing daily construction operations. You will assist with planning, coordinating resources, ensuring health and safety compliance, and managing site staff and subcontractors.

  • Assist in conducting site inductions for visitors and contractors.
  • Identify additional work and ensure the team is aware of risks and opportunities.
  • Communicate project issues and risks to the site team to keep them informed of progress.
  • Help ensure materials and resources align with the project plan and are available on time.
  • Assist in ensuring timely delivery of materials to meet production needs.
  • Support the Site Team in overseeing day-to-day project delivery, including quality, time, procurement, and contractor supervision.
  • Ensure contractors have the necessary cards and qualifications for safe work.
  • Complete daily site paperwork, including health and safety forms and reports.
  • Ensure site personnel work safely, addressing any concerns as needed.

Requirements

cscs
smsts
nvq construction
scaffold inspection
microsoft office
first aid
  • CSCS Card
  • Valid Scaffold Inspection certificate
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • NVQ in Construction level 3 or higher
  • Experience working on new build projects
  • Valid SMSTS / SSSTS Certificate
  • Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety obligations and building legislation
  • Valid First Aid at Work Certificate
  • Experience in the management of Health and Safety
  • Some experience of working on a construction site
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to influence people

Benefits

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

  • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
  • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
  • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
  • Share save and share incentive schemes
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
  • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
  • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
  • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
  • 2 Volunteering days per annum
  • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance

Training + Development

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Company

Overview

£3.78 bn
Revenue in 2024
Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.
17,500 homes
Annual homes built
Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.
  • Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
  • Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
  • Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
  • Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
  • Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.

Culture + Values

  • Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
  • Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
  • Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
  • A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
  • Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
  • Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done

Environment + Sustainability

42% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut
Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.
51.6% Reduction
Scope 3 Emissions per m²
Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.
97% Waste Diversion
Construction Waste Recycling
97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².
5.3% Emissions Drop
Scope 1 & 2 Progress
Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.
  • Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
  • Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
  • Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
  • 185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth

Inclusion & Diversity

August 2024
Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions
The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.
Gold Award
Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.
November 2023
Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction
Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.
Over 100
Trained mental health first-aiders
Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.
  • Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
  • Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
  • Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
  • All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
  • Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
  • ‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue
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