General Manager

Nutech Power; Upington; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Civil Construction Supervisor to oversee site infrastructure and civil works. The role involves managing the civil scope of the EPC Contractor, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in Engineering, along with significant experience in civil construction and renewable projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' work experience as a civil site engineer or civil construction supervisor.
• At least 4 years' experience on renewable projects.
• Exposure to multiple project execution is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site infrastructure, earthworks, and civil works.
• Ensure adherence to HSE Plan and environmental management.
• Maintain discipline on-site and manage contractor performance.

Skills

Health & Safety

Environmental Compliance

Construction Oversight

Document Management

Stakeholder Communication

Quality Assurance

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Construction

Job description

The Civil Construction Supervisor will oversee the successful execution of site infrastructure, earthworks, and civil works for the project.

As part of the site team, this role involves managing the civil scope of the EPC Contractor and coordinating with the Owner's Engineer on matters related to civil design.

Additionally, the supervisor will ensure alignment with company-related requirements and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Health & Safety: Actively support the enforcement of the HSE Plan and stand in as OHS Act 8.2 appointee when required.
2. Environmental Compliance: Guide contractors to adhere to the project's environmental management requirements.
3. Construction Oversight: Maintain discipline on-site, review contractor performance, and manage daily records and method statements.
4. Document Management: Ensure accurate logging, review, and issuance of site documents and drawings, including as-built records.
5. Commercial Support: Assist with progress measurements, contractor documentation reviews, and milestone payment claims.
6. Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate clear communication with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals.
7. Reporting: Prepare and contribute to weekly and monthly construction reports.
8. Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality team to address quality matters and support compliance processes.
9. Design Implementation: Ensure accurate application of designs and provide engineering support as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in an Engineering or Construction field (BSc, BTech or equivalent as a minimum).
• Minimum 10 years' work experience as a civil site engineer or civil construction supervisor, with at least 4 years' experience on renewable projects.
• Exposure and knowledge of multiple project execution will be an added advantage.