Experienced Site Foreman Wanted – Residential Construction

BAIDA PROJECT PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BAIDA PROJECT PTY LTD is seeking an experienced Site Foreman to oversee residential building projects. The role focuses on interpreting drawings, coordinating trades, and managing daily/weekly schedules to ensure on-time delivery with high quality.

You will supervise site operations, maintain WHS compliance, and keep accurate site diaries and progress records while working closely with the project manager to resolve on-site issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in residential or commercial site supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple trades and manage construction schedules.
• Good understanding of Australian building standards and WHS requirements.
• Reliable, hands-on, detail-oriented and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings to ensure works align with approved plans and specs.
• Develop and coordinate daily/weekly construction schedules and sequence trades.
• Oversee site operations, monitor workmanship and quality standards.
• Coordinate trades, labour, materials, deliveries and equipment to maintain workflow.
• Track milestones, identify delays, resolve on-site issues and report progress.
• Conduct site inspections and address defects promptly to maintain quality.
• Maintain WHS compliance and site procedures, and keep documentation up to date.
• Proactively identify issues and coordinate practical solutions to keep works progressing.

Skills

Read drawings

Coordinate trades

Site supervision

WHS compliance

Communication

Education

White Card

Construction qualifications

Job description

Experienced Site Foreman Wanted - Residential Construction

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Site Foreman to oversee day-to-day site operations and coordinate construction activities across our residential building projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, the ability to interpret construction drawings, and proven skills in managing site schedules, coordinating trades, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to a high standard of quality.

Key responsibilities

Read and interpret architectural, structural, engineering, and construction drawings to ensure works are carried out accurately and in accordance with approved plans and specifications

Develop and coordinate daily and weekly construction schedules, sequence trade activities, and manage subcontractors to keep projects on track

Oversee daily site operations, monitor workmanship, and ensure construction activities meet project requirements and quality standards

Coordinate trades, labour, materials, deliveries, and equipment to minimise delays and maintain workflow efficiency

Track construction milestones, identify potential delays, resolve on-site issues, and report progress to the project manager

Conduct site inspections and identify defects or non-compliant work, ensuring issues are addressed promptly

Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with relevant WHS requirements and site procedures

Maintain accurate site diaries, progress records, inspection records, and other relevant construction documentation

Proactively identify construction issues and coordinate practical solutions to keep works progressing efficiently

About you

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in residential or commercial construction site supervision

Strong ability to read, interpret, and work from architectural and structural construction drawings

Proven ability to coordinate multiple trades and manage construction sequences and site schedules

Good understanding of Australian building standards, construction methods, and WHS requirements

Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Reliable, hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently

Valid Australian driver's licence and access to your own reliable vehicle

Relevant construction qualifications and a White Card are highly regarded