Site Manager: Civil and Earthmoving - #353903

Oza Holdings


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract type: Full time

As a Site Manager, your key responsibility will be to oversee all aspects of civil and earthworks projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Key responsibilities:
  • Developing comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
  • Hiring, training, and supervising site personnel, including subcontractors and laborers
  • Enforcing safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for all workers and visitors
  • Monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Managing equipment, materials, and supplies to optimize efficiency and minimize waste
  • Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing concerns, providing updates, and managing expectations
  • Regularly reporting project status, including progress, challenges, and deviations from the plan, to stakeholders
  • Identifying and resolving issues that arise during construction, such as logistical challenges, design discrepancies, or unforeseen obstacles
  • Monitoring project expenses and implementing cost-saving measures to ensure the project stays within budget
  • Maintaining accurate records of project activities, including daily reports, change orders, and as-built drawings
  • Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and minimizing the project's impact on the surrounding ecosystem
  • Resolving conflicts or disputes that may arise among team members, subcontractors, or other stakeholders
Minimum requirements:
  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is often required
  • 7 to 10 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on civil engineering and earthworks projects
  • Proficiency in construction methods, earthworks techniques, and civil engineering principles
  • Familiarity with relevant software such as AutoCAD, project management tools, and scheduling software
  • Strong leadership and management skills to effectively lead and motivate a diverse team of workers, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members
  • Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities effectively. Attention to detail is critical for ensuring accuracy in project documentation and compliance with regulations.
  • Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in construction to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel on-site
  • Experience in budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management to ensure projects are completed within budget constraints
  • Understanding of relevant regulations, codes, and permits related to civil engineering and earthworks projects, with a commitment to compliance
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, architects, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities, to achieve project goals
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, unexpected challenges, and evolving priorities in a dynamic construction environment
For more information please contact: Hope Nkanyane
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