General Foreman

The Recruitment Pro; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable salary package

Growth opportunities

Dynamic construction environment

Job summary

The Recruitment Pro in Johannesburg seeks a skilled General Foreman to oversee site activities on high-rise and commercial developments, coordinating teams to meet timelines and quality.

You will supervise subcontractors, site staff and suppliers, enforce health, safety and environmental standards, and report to the Site Manager and senior leadership.

This hands-on leadership role offers a negotiable salary and growth potential within a respected construction environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Foreman in large-scale commercial or high-rise projects.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Solid knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and quality control.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Johannesburg-based, with flexibility to work across various project sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all site activities, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Supervise subcontractors, site staff, and suppliers to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
• Enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor progress, resolve on-site challenges, and report directly to the Site Manager and senior leadership.
• Ensure workmanship meets the highest standards across all phases of construction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Quality control

Safety awareness

Job description

General Foreman – Johannesburg

A leading construction company specializing in high-rise and commercial developments is seeking an experienced General Foreman to join their team.

About the Role

• Oversee and coordinate all site activities, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Supervise subcontractors, site staff, and suppliers to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
• Enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor progress, resolve on-site challenges, and report directly to the Site Manager and senior leadership.
• Ensure workmanship meets the highest standards across all phases of construction.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a General Foreman in large-scale commercial or high-rise projects.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple teams.
• Solid knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and quality control.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Johannesburg-based, with flexibility to work across various project sites.

What’s on Offer

• Negotiable salary package aligned with experience and expertise.
• Opportunity to contribute to landmark commercial developments.
• A dynamic role with growth potential in a respected construction environment.