Finishing Foreman: Interior Fit-Out Project Lead

The Focus Group; Oos-Kaap; Presencial; ZAR 700.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Focus Group in East London is seeking an experienced Projects/Contracts Manager to lead interior fit-out and finishing trades, including drywall, ceilings and partitioning. You will drive projects from tender to handover, coordinating with clients and internal teams to meet budgets and timelines.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on construction experience, strong commercial acumen and the ability to read drawings, prepare BOQs and manage subcontractors to successful project delivery.

Formación

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Complete accurate take-offs independently.
• Understand quantities, dimensions and material requirements.
• Develop and interrogate BOQs and scopes of work.
• Assess subcontractor quotations.
• Understand construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Manage multiple subcontractors and trades.
• Identify potential cost overruns and programme delays.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants and site teams.
• Work under pressure and meet demanding project deadlines.
• Take ownership and accountability for project delivery.

Responsabilidades

• Manage projects from tender, procurement and construction through to completion and handover.
• Prepare and review material and labour take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and scopes of work to identify project requirements.
• Prepare and review BOQs, quotations and pricing.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.
• Monitor project costs, programmes, quality and productivity.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and timeframes.
• Coordinate drywall, ceilings, partitioning and other finishing trades.
• Review subcontractor pricing and ensure quotations are accurate and commercially competitive.
• Identify variations, additional works and potential commercial risks.
• Manage contractual obligations and ensure proper project documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, architects, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Monitor procurement and ensure materials are ordered and delivered in accordance with the programme.
• Conduct regular site inspections and resolve construction issues.
• Ensure workmanship meets the required quality, specification and project standards.
• Assist with project planning, forecasting and cost control.
• Drive projects to completion and ensure effective snagging and handover.

Conocimientos

Read drawings

Take-offs

BOQ review

Subcontractor management

Cost control

Project scheduling

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

On-site leadership

Problem solving

Educación

Construction Management qualification

Descripción del empleo

The Focus Group in East London is seeking an experienced Projects/Contracts Manager to lead interior fit-out and finishing trades, including drywall, ceilings and partitioning. You will drive projects from tender to handover, coordinating with clients and internal teams to meet budgets and timelines.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on construction experience, strong commercial acumen and the ability to read drawings, prepare BOQs and manage subcontractors to successful project delivery.