Darwin-Based Lead Structural Foreman – High-Rise

DCOH; Darwin; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DCOH is seeking a Darwin-based Site Foreman to lead structural works on a major high-rise student accommodation project. You will plan, coordinate, and supervise concrete, formwork, reinforcement, post-tensioning, and steel, aligning with the project programme and coordinating with Site Manager and engineers.

You will manage subcontractors, maintain safety and quality standards, and drive productivity on site. Strong leadership and reading of structural drawings are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Carpentry, Concreting, Civil Construction, Construction, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as Foreman, Structural Foreman, Site Supervisor, or similar role on commercial construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering structural packages on multi-storey commercial or high-rise developments.
• Strong understanding of structural construction methodologies, including formwork, reinforcement, concrete, post-tensioning, and structural steel.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors, labour resources, and site productivity.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, engineering details, specifications, and construction programmes.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety legislation, quality systems, and HSEQ requirements.
• Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to site management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all structural construction activities, including concrete, formwork, reinforcement, post-tensioning, and structural steel works where applicable.
• Drive floor cycles, key milestones, and critical path activities to ensure structural programme requirements are achieved.
• Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Engineers to develop and deliver short-term and look-ahead programmes.
• Monitor progress against programme and proactively identify and address delays, risks, and productivity constraints.
• Coordinate the sequencing of structural works to support efficient handover to subsequent trades and project stages.
• Manage and coordinate structural subcontractors to ensure works are delivered in accordance with programme, quality, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, materials, tower crane operations, concrete pours, and site logistics to maintain productivity and workflow.
• Conduct pre-pour inspections, manage quality hold points, and ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality documentation, and inspection records are maintained.
• Inspect structural works to ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, engineering requirements, and construction tolerances.
• Identify and resolve defects, non-conformances, and quality issues, ensuring timely rectification and close-out.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all structural works activities.
• Ensure compliance with DCOH HSEQ procedures, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), permits, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety observations, and toolbox meetings.
• Develop effective working relationships with project teams, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Mentor and support Leading Hands and site personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Site supervision

Reading drawings

Leadership

Stakeholder management

HSEQ knowledge

MS Office

Construction software

Trade qualification awareness

5+ years experience

Education

Trade qualification in Carpentry/Concreting/Civil Construction

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Job description

DCOH is seeking a Darwin-based Site Foreman to lead structural works on a major high-rise student accommodation project. You will plan, coordinate, and supervise concrete, formwork, reinforcement, post-tensioning, and steel, aligning with the project programme and coordinating with Site Manager and engineers.

You will manage subcontractors, maintain safety and quality standards, and drive productivity on site. Strong leadership and reading of structural drawings are essential for success.