Construction Manager

About the position

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee site production, quality control and contractor coordination. This role is suited to a hands-on construction professional who can drive programmes, manage resources and maintain high standards of quality, safety and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage construction activities in line with project programmes, budgets and deadlines.
• Break project timelines into weekly or monthly deliverables and monitor progress.
• Drive site production to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Communicate programme changes and project challenges to the Contracts Manager.
• Order and inspect materials to ensure the correct quantity and quality are delivered timeously.
• Monitor material wastage, preliminary and general costs.
• Manage owned and hired plant in accordance with company procedures.
• Conduct daily quality and progress inspections of subcontractor work.
• Complete quality-control checklists and maintain project quality standards.
• Compile and report weekly snag lists.
• Conduct concrete test cube procedures where required.
• Identify and appoint subcontractors according to project requirements and timelines.
• Allocate daily work to subcontractors and monitor their performance.
• Assess subcontractor work for payment purposes based on quality and progress.
• Supervise casual employees and maintain relevant wage registers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised construction site.

Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar Construction Manager or site management position.
• NTC certificate and a building industry trade qualification would be advantageous.
• Technical knowledge of the building industry, including NHBRC standards and procedures.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong planning, organising and coordination skills.
• Ability to delegate tasks, monitor performance and ensure deadlines are met.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and productivity.
• Hands-on, accountable and action-oriented approach.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Desired Skills:

• Strong planning
• organising
• coordination
• Construction Manager