Building Site Manager - Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Salary negotiable depending on经验

Job summary

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable building contractor in Cape Town, seeks a competent Site Manager to oversee refurbishment and services upgrade projects within a large retail environment. You will manage day-to-day operations and coordinate multiple trades to maintain programme, quality and safety.

The role requires strong on-site leadership, excellent communication with consultants and clients, and a proactive approach to planning, scheduling and issue resolution on site.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Construction Management, Building, or similar
• Proven experience as a Site Manager on building projects
• Strong coordination across multiple services trades
• Excellent communication with professional teams and clients
• Solid planning and organisational ability

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure work is executed according to programme
• Coordinate multiple subcontractors across various disciplines (mechanical, electrical, fire, etc.)
• Ensure quality standards and compliance requirements are consistently met
• Monitor progress and assist with short-term planning and scheduling
• Liaise professionally with consultants, the client team, and on-site stakeholders
• Identify and resolve site-related issues proactively
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times

Skills

Coordination across trades

Communication skills

Planning and organisation

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable building contractor is seeking a competent and well-presented Site Manager to oversee a refurbishment and services upgrade project within a large retail environment in Cape Town.

The project involves a combination of general building works and extensive coordination of multiple service installations, including fire protection systems, electrical and mechanical upgrades, cold rooms, roofing repairs, and external works. The role will require strong on-site leadership to ensure seamless coordination between various subcontractors and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure work is executed according to programme
• Coordinate multiple subcontractors across various disciplines (mechanical, electrical, fire, etc.)
• Ensure quality standards and compliance requirements are consistently met
• Monitor progress and assist with short-term planning and scheduling
• Liaise professionally with consultants, the client team, and on-site stakeholders
• Identify and resolve site-related issues proactively
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times

Requirements

• Relevant degree in Construction Management, Building, or similar
• Proven experience as a Site Manager on building projects
• Strong coordination experience across multiple services trades
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with professional teams and clients
• Solid planning and organisational ability

Benefits

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.