On-Site Project Manager: Lead, Schedule & Deliver

Pro Tem; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Tem in Cape Town is seeking a Site Supervisor to lead on-site activities, coordinate with engineers and workshops, and ensure safe, timely execution of projects. You will manage technicians, artisans, and subcontractors while maintaining strict safety and productivity standards.

Responsibilities include securing documentation, coordinating with procurement to avoid shortages, and serving as the main contact for clients and inspectors.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and risk management.
• Excellent communication with clients, inspectors, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop project timelines and ensure tasks are properly scheduled.
• Liaise with engineers and workshop to confirm technical specs and fabrication status.
• Secure all documentation: safety files, drawings, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Identify material needs early and follow up with procurement to avoid last-minute shortages.
• Manage and lead all on-site personnel, including technicians, artisans, and subcontractors.
• Enforce discipline, safety, and productivity on site.
• Coordinate equipment, tools, and vehicles required for execution.
• Ensure real-time updates to planning tools (e.g., Mondays.com) are made and monitored.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client representatives and inspectors (AIA, NDT, etc.).
• Handle disputes, pressure situations, and approval negotiations professionally.
• Manage client expectations and variation orders proactively.
• Resolve problems on site independently and make fast decisions in line with company values.
• Coordinate with the Workshop Manager and General Manager when unplanned events occur (e.g., equipment failures, absenteeism, rework).
• Finalize project documentation, quality records, and client sign-offs.
• Report site performance, cost impacts, and workforce discipline issues to the Chief Engineer.
• Capture learnings for future improvement.

Job description

Pro Tem in Cape Town is seeking a Site Supervisor to lead on-site activities, coordinate with engineers and workshops, and ensure safe, timely execution of projects. You will manage technicians, artisans, and subcontractors while maintaining strict safety and productivity standards.

Responsibilities include securing documentation, coordinating with procurement to avoid shortages, and serving as the main contact for clients and inspectors.