Construction Site Foreman

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage with overtime

Medical aid

Provident fund

Safety gear provided

Varied construction projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a practical and proactive Construction Site Foreman to lead on-site teams and keep projects progressing on schedule and within budget.

You will supervise tradespeople, interpret drawings, enforce safety, coordinate materials, and report progress daily, while maintaining quality workmanship across diverse projects.

This hands-on role requires strong communication and problem-solving, with overtime opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Foreman or in a similar supervisory role.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, techniques, and site safety procedures.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills to manage a diverse team.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and blueprints.
• Good communication skills and the ability to report on site progress effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the daily activities of construction crews, including tradespeople and labourers.
• Ensure all construction activities are performed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate the delivery and use of materials and equipment on site.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications, providing guidance to the site team.
• Maintain daily logs of site activities, progress, and any incidents or issues.

Skills

Site supervision

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Reading drawings

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a practical and proactive Construction Site Foreman to lead teams and ensure efficient operations on project sites in the Mahikeng area. This essential role involves direct supervision of tradespeople and labourers, coordinating daily tasks, ensuring quality workmanship, and upholding stringent safety standards. You will be the linchpin on the ground, responsible for the day-to-day execution of construction plans, problem-solving site challenges, and ensuring that work progresses according to schedule and budget. This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail in construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the daily activities of construction crews, including tradespeople and labourers.
• Ensure all construction activities are performed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate the delivery and use of materials and equipment on site.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications, providing guidance to the site team.
• Maintain daily logs of site activities, progress, and any incidents or issues.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Foreman or in a similar supervisory role.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, techniques, and site safety procedures .
• Strong leadership and motivational skills to manage a diverse team.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and blueprints.
• Good communication skills and the ability to report on site progress effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with overtime opportunities.
• Contribution towards medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities to work on varied construction projects.
• Provided with necessary site equipment and safety gear.
• A supportive work environment with clear lines of communication.