Project Construction Manager

Marvel Placement Consultant; Noordwes; Sur place; ZAR 700 000 - 1 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Marvel Placement Consultants seeks an experienced Construction/Project Supervisor for mining projects in South Africa. The role focuses on site supervision, contractor management and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance on site.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in mining or industrial projects, with MHSA/OHSACT knowledge, and holds a relevant engineering qualification; certifications are advantageous for career progression.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Construction Management; or Red Seal in Mechanical/Electrical.
• 7+ years' mining, plant construction or engineering project experience.
• Strong site supervision and contractor management experience in mining/industrial projects.

Responsabilités

• Provide dedicated construction site supervision and support to the Project Manager.
• Manage and monitor contractors and service providers to ensure work aligns with approved project scopes and standards.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and ensure site access, safety and compliance requirements are met.
• Monitor contractor method statements, work procedures, tools and equipment compliance.
• Identify contractor performance issues and elevate non-compliance when necessary.
• Promote and maintain a strong SHE culture across all project construction activities.
• Ensure MHSA/OHSACT compliance and conduct site risk assessments.
• Track daily construction progress against the project schedule and milestones and report to the PM.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Contractor management

Site supervision

MHSA/OHSACT knowledge

Risk assessment

Safety awareness

Project Management certification

Formation

National Diploma in Engineering (Mining/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil) or Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Red Seal Trade Test (Mechanical or Electrical)

Outils

PM Certification

Construction Management Certification

Rigging knowledge

Description du poste

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Construction Management; alternatively, a relevant Trade Test (Red Seal) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Relevant project construction or construction management experience within the mining industry.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in mining, plant construction or engineering project environments.
• Demonstrable experience in construction site supervision and contractor management within mining or industrial projects.
• Sound knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSACT).
• Experience monitoring construction progress, project schedules and key milestones.
• Knowledge of contractor method statements, risk assessments, quality control and site safety requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections and maintaining construction documentation, daily diaries and progress reports.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify construction and safety risks and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Project Management or Construction Management certification would be advantageous.
• Rigging knowledge and experience would be advantageous.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Contractor Management & Site Supervision

• Provide dedicated construction site supervision and support to the Project Manager.
• Manage and monitor contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed in accordance with approved project scopes, specifications and company standards.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and ensure all site access, safety and compliance requirements are met.
• Monitor contractor method statements, work procedures, tools and equipment compliance.
• Identify contractor performance issues and elevate non-compliance where necessary.

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• Promote and maintain a strong SHE culture across all project construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with the MHSA, OHSACT and applicable mining safety regulations.
• Conduct and monitor site-specific and pre-work risk assessments.
• Ensure contractors comply with approved safety procedures and method statements.
• Facilitate toolbox talks and regular site safety inspections.
• Identify unsafe practices and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.

Construction Quality & Project Progress

• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Track daily construction progress against the approved project schedule and milestones.
• Identify potential delays, risks and construction challenges and elevate these to the Project Manager.
• Ensure projects are executed within approved timeframes and quality requirements.
• Monitor contractor workmanship and address construction deviations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate daily construction diaries, progress reports and site records.
• Ensure all construction, safety and quality documentation is properly maintained.
• Coordinate and maintain as-built drawings and project documentation.
• Ensure effective document control and reporting throughout project execution.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Plant Managers, Plant Operations and Safety teams.
• Liaise with contractors, OEMs and external service providers to coordinate construction activities.
• Communicate project progress, construction risks and site-related challenges to relevant stakeholders.
• Attend project coordination, construction progress and safety meetings.
• Provide practical construction support and elevate material project issues where required.

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure construction activities comply with company standards, approved procedures, project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Promote accountability and adherence to mining safety and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve contractor performance, construction processes and site supervision.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution, safety and service delivery.

Closing Date:

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 6 November 2026, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position until 29 November 2026.

PoPI Act:

Marvel Placement Consultants adhere to the provisions of the POPI Act (Act No. 4 of 2013: Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that “Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.”