Site Manager – Construction

Overview: As a Site Agent for a R 10 million civil construction project involving the construction of a wastewater treatment works, you will play a pivotal role in managing the site, overseeing construction activities, and ensuring successful project completion. Your responsibilities will encompass various construction-related duties, community liaison, documentation management, and hands-on supervision of the workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management:
   • Lead and manage all aspects of a R 10 million water treatment plant project.
   • Ensure adherence to project timelines, construction planning, procurement, budget, and quality standards.
2. Supervision and Leadership:
   • Supervise and provide leadership to on-site foremen and construction teams.
   • Oversee excavation, surveying, setting out, concrete work, formwork, and concrete reinforcing.
3. Documentation Management:
   • Handle all project-related documentation, including permits, drawings, schedules, and reports.
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project activities.
4. Community Liaison:
   • Act as a liaison between the project manger, CLO and workforce.
   • Address community concerns and ensure open communication channels in team work with the community liaison officer.
5. Hands-On Construction:
   • Demonstrate a hands-on approach to construction activities, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
   • Personally handle tasks such as excavation, surveying, and concrete work as needed.
6. Quality Assurance:
   • Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
   • Conduct regular inspections to identify and resolve issues promptly.
7. Civil Engineering Expertise:
   • Utilize civil engineering knowledge to oversee and troubleshoot engineering aspects of the project.
   • Provide technical guidance to the construction team.
8. Technical Expertise:
   • Surveying
   • Excavation monitoring and control
   • Reinforcing and bending schedules
   • Placing of the concrete and working to the required finish
   • Formwork of concrete structures
   • Constructing Löffelstein, ensuring precise installation and alignment.
   • Internal roads and paving
9. Safety Compliance:
   • Enforce and monitor safety protocols to guarantee a secure working environment.
   • Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Preferably a National Diploma in Civil Engineering or similar in related field.
• 10 years + experience for people without qualifications
• Proven experience managing civil construction projects, particularly in wastewater treatment works.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, concrete work, and Löffelstein wall construction.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with construction tasks and equipment.
• Familiarity with local regulations and permitting processes.
• Ability to handle documentation and project management software.