Construction Manager (Building)

Lotus Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced construction manager for project sites in Stellenbosch. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Construction Management and 5-8 years of experience managing luxury residential and commercial projects. Responsibilities include managing site operations, ensuring compliance with contract obligations, and effective team leadership. Exceptional interpersonal skills and problem-solving capabilities are crucial for success in this high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in fully managing building project sites.
• Proven experience in planning, management, and quality reporting.
• Ability to lead teams and communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage building project sites in luxury residential and commercial sectors.
• Ensure compliance with specifications and contract obligations.
• Oversee subcontractor agreements and material standards.

Skills

Project management

Cost and budget management

SHEQ Management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION

• You will have completed a degree in Construction Management, coupled with 5-8 years experience in fully managing building project sites, on a regional basis specifically in luxury residential and commercial sectors.
• You will have proven experience in planning and management, as well as cost and budget management, SHEQ Management to include all quality and policy reporting and labour / legislation management on site
• You will have solid experience in managing sites effectively, according to the specifications and contract obligations of the client, as well as ensure materials and subcontractor agreements are of a high standard
• You will have excellent problem solving skills and be able to communicate effectively to lead the team and liaise with clients
• You will be flexible to travel if needed, have exceptional interpersonal skills, effectively communicate at all levels, lead by example and deliver results in a high pressure environment, meeting international standards.

Due to the exceptionally high volumes of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.