Site Manager / Foreman - Medium & High Rise Residential Projects

Amida Limited; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Limited is seeking an experienced Site Manager or Foreman to join its growing construction team on a $150m+ medium-rise residential project in Queensland. This full-time permanent role offers a clear progression path within a dynamic head contractor environment.

Ideal candidates will have a trade background, proven supervisory experience on residential/mixed-use schemes, and strong knowledge of Australian standards and WHS.

Qualifications

• Trade background preferred.
• Proven experience as a Supervisor/Foreman on residential and/or mixed-use projects.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site operations.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage subcontractors effectively.
• Solid knowledge of Australian building standards and WHS requirements.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; hands-on, organised and outcomes-focused.

Responsibilities

• Site Supervision & Trade Coordination
• Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site labour
• Planning daily works and ensuring tasks are completed to program
• Managing site activities to maintain productivity and workflow
• Coordinating deliveries, materials and plant on site
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
• Ensuring all works are delivered to required quality standards
• Enforcing WHS policies, procedures and safe work practices
• Conducting toolbox talks, safety inspections and pre-starts
• Identifying and resolving site issues in a proactive manner
• Program & Reporting Support
• Assisting with short-term programming and look-ahead schedules
• Reporting progress, issues and delays to the Site Manager
• Supporting defect management and quality inspections
• Assisting with project milestones through to completion

Skills

Trade background

Site supervision

Leadership

WHS knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Australian standards

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Growing construction head contractor with a strong track record Ideally experience on $150m+ Medium Rise Residential projects Excellent career opportunity and progression Exciting opportunity with dynamic and growing team with a great track record. High rise residential experience is ideal Our client is a construction head contractor and as a result of continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Site Manager or Foreman to join their team to work on a $150m+ medium-rise residential project amongst others. The candidate will ideally have some experience working on head contractor side on 8+ storey medium rise residential projects in the Gold Coast / Brisbane / Sunshine Coast market with local knowledge. They will also look at candidates without local experience too ideally looking with medium rise residential experience.

Responsibilities

• Site Supervision & Trade Coordination
• Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site labour
• Planning daily works and ensuring tasks are completed to program
• Managing site activities to maintain productivity and workflow
• Coordinating deliveries, materials and plant on site
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
• Ensuring all works are delivered to required quality standards
• Enforcing WHS policies, procedures and safe work practices
• Conducting toolbox talks, safety inspections and pre-starts
• Identifying and resolving site issues in a proactive manner
• Program & Reporting Support
• Assisting with short-term programming and look-ahead schedules
• Reporting progress, issues and delays to the Site Manager
• Supporting defect management and quality inspections
• Assisting with project milestones through to completion

Qualifications and Requirements

• Trade background preferred
• Proven experience as a Supervisor/Foreman on residential and/or mixed-use projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site operations
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage subcontractors effectively
• Solid knowledge of Australian building standards and WHS requirements
• Strong communication and problem-solving skillsHands-on, organised and outcomes-focused approach
• Queensland construction experience ideal

This is a full-time permanent position providing a great opportunity to work with an established organisation who offer challenging work.