General Foreman

About the position

Seeking a General Foreman with buildings projects experience for a position with a construction company in Durban.

Responsibilities will include:
The Competent foreman needs to be able to coordinate operations and oversee workers on the construction site. He is the key person on site for both workers and supervisors. Must have solid knowledge in construction and have the ability to direct work of others. Must be well organised and safety conscious.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Construction of works to latest engineering / architects drawings and specifications
• Planning based on construction program to meet target end date.
• Co-ordination of plant, labour, formwork and materials on site.
• Take pride in work on site and ensure works are carried out to best possible quality and protected during the project to minimize snags at practical, works and final completion.
• Supervise and train workers and tradesmen.
• Supervise the use of machinery and equipment.
• Ensuring all employees on adhere to company safety policy and OHS Act
• Ensuring daily records are kept on site recording any delays, etc., in the daily contract book.
• Ordering materials for works; needed to be carried out using requisition books.
• Ensure specific works are inspected by engineers prior to pouring concrete.
• Minimise wastage on site.
• Manage site cleanliness and general housekeeping.
• Co-ordinate sub-contactors on site to ensure works are carried out in sequence and according to the building programme.
• Shall hold fortnightly meetings with sub-contractors and keep adequate records of such meetings.
• Report on progress to managers and engineers.
• Ensure wage cards are filled out correctly by the site clerk.
• Act only on written instruction from engineers or architect, any works that is additional to the contract.
• Responsible for completion of all snags in achieving PC, Works and final completion.

Desired Skills:

• Site Management
• Construction

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years Construction Works

Desired Qualification Level:

• Diploma