Graduate Construction Manager: Site & Project Exposure

Jobs 4 All; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobs 4 All is seeking a recently graduated BSc Construction Management holder to join our team in Gauteng. The role focuses on on-site coordination, project planning and administration, and close collaboration with subcontractors and suppliers.

You will support the Construction Manager to ensure timely execution and compliance with drawings and specs. Ideal candidates have 0–2 years' experience or relevant internships, basic reading of drawings, and familiarity with MS Project or similar tools.

Qualifications

• Recently completed BSc Construction Management or closely related recognised Construction Management qualification.
• 0–2 years' experience within construction will be considered.
• Vacation work, internships, learnerships or practical construction site exposure will be advantageous.
• Basic understanding of construction methods, processes and terminology.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Basic knowledge of project planning and construction programmes.
• Computer literate, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Exposure to MS Project or similar project planning software would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety requirements would be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence preferred.
• Must be based in Pretoria/Gauteng or able to commute to construction sites in the region.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day coordination of construction activities on site.
• Support the Construction Manager and Site Management team with project execution.
• Monitor daily site activities and progress against construction programmes.
• Assist with coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and site personnel.
• Conduct regular site inspections and report progress or potential problems.
• Assist in ensuring workmanship complies with drawings and project specifications.
• Monitor materials, equipment and resources required on site.
• Assist with resolving routine site-related queries and construction issues.
• Assist with preparation and updating of construction programmes and schedules.
• Maintain accurate project and site documentation.
• Assist with progress reports, site records and project correspondence.
• Attend site and project meetings and assist with recording minutes and action items.
• Assist with tracking project milestones and outstanding activities.
• Work with drawings, specifications, BOQs and other construction documentation.
• Assist with measurement and monitoring of completed work.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers regarding site requirements.
• Assist with monitoring subcontractor progress and performance.
• Ensure required materials are available according to the construction programme.
• Report delays, shortages or quality concerns to senior management.
• Assist with checking completed subcontractor work.
• Assist with site quality inspections.
• Monitor construction work against approved drawings and specifications.
• Identify defects, incomplete work and potential quality concerns.
• Assist with snag lists and project close-out activities.
• Maintain appropriate quality documentation and records.
• Support compliance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
• Participate in site inspections and toolbox talks where required.
• Report unsafe working conditions or practices.
• Promote good housekeeping and safe working practices on construction sites.

Skills

Reading drawings

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

BSc Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Jobs 4 All is seeking a recently graduated BSc Construction Management holder to join our team in Gauteng. The role focuses on on-site coordination, project planning and administration, and close collaboration with subcontractors and suppliers.

You will support the Construction Manager to ensure timely execution and compliance with drawings and specs. Ideal candidates have 0–2 years' experience or relevant internships, basic reading of drawings, and familiarity with MS Project or similar tools.