Junior Civil Construction Foreman

Route Management; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Johannesburg is seeking a motivated Junior Civil Construction Foreman. In this role, you will assist in supervising daily construction activities and coordinating work crews on site. This position is ideal for candidates with 2-3 years of hands-on construction experience and a basic understanding of construction methods. You will also communicate with subcontractors and maintain site safety while developing your leadership skills. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on construction experience (concrete, general construction).
• Basic understanding of construction methods, materials, and building codes.
• Valid driver's license.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to think on your feet.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily construction activities and coordinating work crews.
• Ensure work is completed according to project plans and safety standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality and progress.
• Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, and team members to keep projects on schedule.
• Help maintain site safety by enforcing safety protocols and conducting toolbox talks.
• Track materials, equipment, and labor to support project budgets and timelines.
• Report progress, issues, and concerns to senior management.
• Assist with reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Read and interpret civil engineering drawings, specifications, and site plans.

Skills

Hands-on construction experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Strong work ethic

Driver's license

Job description

We're seeking a motivated Junior Civil Construction Foreman to join our construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on construction experience who is ready to take the next step into a supervisory role. You'll work closely with our senior site management team while developing your leadership and project coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily construction activities and coordinating work crews on site
• Ensure work is completed according to project plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality and progress
• Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, and team members to keep projects on schedule
• Help maintain site safety by enforcing safety protocols and conducting toolbox talks
• Track materials, equipment, and labor to support project budgets and timelines
• Report progress, issues, and concerns to senior management
• Assist with reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
• Read and interpret civil engineering drawings, specifications, and site plans

Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on construction experience (concrete, general construction)
• Basic understanding of construction methods, materials, and building codes
• Strong work ethic with excellent reliability and punctuality
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to think on your feet
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility