Factories - Formwork

Larsen & Toubro

Chennai District

On-site

INR 600,000 - 800,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Larsen & Toubro is seeking a Foreman/Supervisor/Engineer/Manager- Formwork – Site to lead formwork operations on a major construction site. You will plan, supervise, and coordinate formwork activities in line with drawings, schedules, and safety standards.

You will interpret formwork drawings, allocate work fronts with site engineers, monitor cycle times and productivity, and ensure accurate material tracking and quality checks on daily execution.

Qualifications

ITI/Diploma/BE/BTech in Civil Engineering as minimum qualification.
Proficiency with formwork systems (conventional and system).
Experience on-site with formwork layout, erection, dismantling, and material tracking.

Responsibilities

Execute and supervise formwork operations for columns, beams, slabs, and walls.
Review formwork drawings and coordinate with structural teams.
Plan and allocate work fronts with project engineers and ensure readiness per schedule.
Monitor formwork cycle times and labour productivity; report delays with recommendations.
Track daily formwork material usage and support reuse and reconciliation.
Conduct erection/de-shuttering inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.

Skills

Formwork System Knowledge

Formwork Drawing Interpretation

Cycle Time Tracking

Labour Productivity

MS Excel

AutoCAD (Basic)

Site Documentation

Safety & Quality

Education

ITI / Diploma / BE / BTech in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD (Basic)

Job description

Role: Foreman/Supervisor/Engineer/Manager- Formwork - Site
Job Family: Formwork

SECTION I: BASIC INFORMATION

Job Function: Formwork
Role: Foreman/Supervisor/Engineer/Manager- Formwork - Site
Job Family: Formwork

SECTION II: ROLE SUMMARY (Purpose of the Role)

The Foreman/Supervisor/Engineer/Manager - Formwork – Site is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the formwork activities at the project site. The role ensures that all formwork systems are executed safely, accurately, and efficiently in alignment with project timelines, structural drawings, and quality standards. The incumbent supports the site team in formwork layout, erection, dismantling, material tracking, and productivity monitoring, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and cycle time benchmarks.

SECTION III: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITIES

Execute and supervise formwork operations for various structural elements such as columns, beams, slabs, and walls.
Review and interpret formwork drawings and coordinate with structural teams for execution accuracy.
Plan and allocate work fronts in coordination with project engineers and ensure formwork readiness as per construction schedule.
Monitor formwork cycle times and labour productivity; elevate delays or bottlenecks with recommendations.
Track daily usage, movement, and availability of formwork materials; support reuse and reconciliation efforts.
Conduct inspections during erection and de-shuttering to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality standards.

SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS

Internal Stakeholders

Daily planning and reporting of formwork progress
Alignment on drawings, cycle planning
Quality checks and safety audits

External Stakeholders

Technical guidance and system support (Formwork Vendors/Suppliers)
Labour deployment and productivity review (Contractors/Sub-contractors)
Availability and maintenance of formwork tools (Vendors/Suppliers)

SECTION V: KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE

Minimum Qualifications: ITI / Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Language Skills: Proficient in local language; working knowledge of English preferred

Experience