Construction Manager (Civils)

The Recruiter; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

The Recruiter is seeking a disciplined Site Agent / Construction Manager to oversee multiple civil infrastructure and services projects across the Western Cape. This hands-on, site-based role requires delivering on schedule, budget, and quality while coordinating with engineers, QS, and external authorities.

Candidates must have 8–15+ years in civil construction, hold ECSA and/or SACPCPM registration, and demonstrate leadership and safety oversight on projects across the region.

Qualifications

• 8–15+ years experience in civil construction / infrastructure.
• Proven experience in civil services, sewer & water reticulation projects.
• Strong leadership and site management capability.
• Sound knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and site logistics.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to work across multiple Western Cape project locations.

Responsibilities

• Full site management from establishment through to handover
• Programme planning, execution, and control
• Management of site teams, subcontractors, and plant
• Quality control in accordance with project specifications
• Health & Safety compliance (SHEQ)
• Cost control, progress reporting, and coordination with Engineers & QS
• Liaison with Clients, Consultants, and Local Authorities

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Civil construction

Project coordination

Health & Safety

Client liaison

Job description

SITE AGENT / CONSTRUCTION MANAGER Civil Engineering– ECSA and/or SACPCPM registration as Candidate OR PrCM essential - Infrastructure & Services Projects Western Cape | Cape Peninsula

Our Client

A well-established Civil Engineering Contractor is currently expanding operations and requires an experienced Site Agent / Construction Manager to take full responsibility for multiple civil infrastructure and services projects across the Western Cape.

This is a hands-on, site-based role suited to a disciplined construction professional who understands delivery, quality, programme, and cost control within civil services environments.

PROJECT EXPOSURE

• Civil Infrastructure Services
• Civil Services (roads, bulk earthworks, platforms)
• Sewer Works
• Water Reticulation Projects

Current Project geographical locations include

• Cape Peninsula and surrounding Western Cape areas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full site management from establishment through to handover
• Programme planning, execution, and control
• Management of site teams, subcontractors, and plant
• Quality control in accordance with project specifications
• Health & Safety compliance (SHEQ)
• Cost control, progress reporting, and coordination with Engineers & QS
• Liaison with Clients, Consultants, and Local Authorities

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 8–15+ years experience in civil construction / infrastructure
• Proven experience in civil services, sewer & water reticulation projects
• Strong leadership and site management capability
• Sound knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and site logistics
• Valid driver’s licence
• Ability to work across multiple Western Cape project locations

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Firm but fair leadership style
• Highly organised and delivery-driven
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Comfortable operating under pressure and deadlines

REMUNERATION

700k - 850k - Market-related salary package based on experience relative to previous packages earned

Company Bakkie (role dependent)

Long-term project pipeline with a stable contractor with a large order book

Compulsory Medical Aid and Pension Fund

ECSA and/or SACPCPM registration as Candidate OR PrCM essential