Lead Wet Trades Foreman For Residential Construction

Central Developments Property Group; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office stipend

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Industry-leading projects

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Remote Construction Foreman to oversee and coordinate remote projects, primarily around Bloemfontein, with the on-site team. You will drive safety, quality, and progress through digital collaboration tools, bridging management and field execution.

This remote role requires strong leadership, site supervision experience, and a proactive approach to distance management while delivering outcomes for projects in the Free State region.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Construction Foreman or similar supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency with digital communication tools and project management software.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specs accurately.
• Commitment to safety and quality while managing remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Remotely supervise and coordinate daily construction activities.
• Conduct virtual site inspections and quality checks.
• Ensure health and safety regulations compliance and report hazards.
• Communicate with on-site teams, subcontractors, and project managers via digital channels.
• Manage allocation of labor and equipment and report on resource status.
• Maintain records of work performed and progress.

Skills

Construction Foreman experience

Leadership

Communication tools

Interpret drawings

Safety management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Postgraduate studies in bridges/structural

Bridge/Culvert Inspector accreditation

Tools

Project management software

Mobile reporting apps

Job description

Remote Construction Foreman

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Construction Foreman to oversee and coordinate construction site activities, primarily for projects located in and around Bloemfontein. While the role is remote, you will be the crucial link between the project management team and the on-site workforce. You will utilize advanced communication tools and digital platforms to ensure safety, quality, and progress meet project objectives. This pioneering position offers a unique opportunity to apply your practical construction knowledge in a flexible, remote setting, driving efficiency and adherence to standards without the daily commute, supporting the delivery of key construction initiatives in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Remotely supervise and coordinate daily construction activities, ensuring adherence to project schedules and plans.
• Conduct virtual site inspections and quality checks, documenting findings and addressing deviations.
• Ensure strict compliance with all health and safety regulations, reporting any incidents or hazards promptly.
• Communicate effectively with on-site teams, subcontractors, and project managers through various digital channels.
• Manage the allocation and utilization of labor and equipment on-site, reporting on resource status.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, progress updates, and material usage.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Foreman or in a similar supervisory role within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, techniques, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using digital communication tools, project management software, and mobile reporting applications.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately.
• A commitment to safety and quality, with the ability to manage teams remotely and foster a productive work environment for projects near Bloemfontein.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary reflective of remote supervisory capabilities.
• Fully remote working arrangement providing significant work-life balance.
• Stipend for home office expenses and internet.
• Opportunities to influence project execution and operational efficiency.
• Join a progressive company embracing innovative construction management practices in the Free State.

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Summary

• Perform the role of Discipline Lead (bridges) of large scale transportation projects;
• Provide technical expertise for studies, design and planning of new bridges, culverts, and other road and rail structures in accordance with relevant local and international codes;
• Conduct complex value engineering evaluations, determining alternative designs, materials, construction techniques;
• Integration with global teams and multi disciplinary leads;
• Rehabilitation and upgrading design of existing bridges and drainage structures;
• Oversee the preparation of construction drawings;
• Preparation of project specifications and contract documentation;
• Proven commitment to Quality Control Policies and Quality Management Systems;

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering;
• Postgraduate studies in structural and/or bridge engineering will be a benefit;
• Accreditation as a Bridge or Culvert Inspector will be a benefit.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we will provide voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity Employment

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We welcome all backgrounds including minorities, women, veterans, disabled, and all persons protected by law.