Lead Site Manager - Residential Construction (Durban)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid benefits

Provident fund

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-conscious work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Site Manager for on-site leadership across multiple residential construction sites in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will oversee day-to-day operations, enforce safety, manage subcontractors, and ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, practical knowledge of residential construction, and the ability to coordinate with the project team and clients to deliver high-quality living spaces in the Durban area.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related trade.
• Minimum of 5 years' proven experience as a Site Manager in residential construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of South African building regulations and OHS Act.
• Strong leadership, organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all on-site construction activities safely and per plans and specs.
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors, tradespeople and laborers.
• Enforce health and safety regulations with regular inspections and toolbox talks.
• Monitor progress against schedule and resolve delays promptly.
• Ensure quality control measures meet required standards.
• Manage site resources including materials, equipment and facilities.
• Maintain daily logs, progress reports and incident reports.
• Liaise with project manager, engineers, architects and clients as required.
• Control site access and security protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Health and safety knowledge

Communication

MS Office

Education

Construction Management / Civil Engineering qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Site Manager for on-site leadership across multiple residential construction sites in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will oversee day-to-day operations, enforce safety, manage subcontractors, and ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, practical knowledge of residential construction, and the ability to coordinate with the project team and clients to deliver high-quality living spaces in the Durban area.