Lead Site Supervisor – Commercial & Retail Construction

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Site Supervisor to manage on-site construction activities in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead a team of tradespeople, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure work is carried out safely, on time, and to high quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, reading drawings, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving, with a focus on safety, compliance, and delivering retail and commercial developments for the Soweto community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site Supervisor/Foreman in commercial/retail construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Residing in Soweto or willing to work in Soweto, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction activities on site.
• Ensure safety and compliance with plans, specs, and codes.
• Coordinate scheduling of trades, deliveries, and inspections.
• Manage on-site resources, including materials, equipment, and tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe construction site and enforce safety protocols.
• Monitor quality and progress, resolve issues or defects promptly.
• Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, and site personnel.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and project documentation.
• Maintain daily site logs documenting progress and incidents.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and site safety plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Site Supervisor to manage on-site construction activities in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead a team of tradespeople, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure work is carried out safely, on time, and to high quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, reading drawings, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving, with a focus on safety, compliance, and delivering retail and commercial developments for the Soweto community.