Construction Manager (Building)

Lotus HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is looking for a qualified Construction Manager to join a growing company in the Winelands. The role requires managing luxury residential and commercial building projects, with a strong emphasis on site administration. Candidates must have a degree in Construction Management and 4-6 years of relevant experience. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to lead teams under pressure. Preference will be given to candidates in the Cape Town region.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years experience in managing building project sites, specifically in luxury residential and commercial sectors.
• Experience in planning and management, cost and budget management, and SHEQ Management.
• Proven ability to effectively manage sites according to specifications and contract obligations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction projects, ensuring adherence to specifications.
• Lead the project team, providing communication and problem-solving support.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and contract obligations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Job Overview

Our client, a small to medium market leader building/construction industry, specialising in medium to large new residential and commercial building projects, seeks to employ a qualified and experienced Construction Manager, with a high proficiency in site administration, to join their growing company in the Winelands.

Please note that this role does require experience in the construction of high-end and luxury residential and commercial buildings, as well as having very good organizational and administrative skills.

Due to the urgency of the role, candidates resident in the Cape Town region will receive preference.

Key Requirements to Meet for Consideration

• You will have completed a degree in Construction Management, coupled with 4-6 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.