Senior Building Site Manager | Lead Projects & Safety

RPO Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable building contractor in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, seeks a qualified Site Manager/Agent to lead daily site operations and hit project milestones.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of building processes and safety standards, and the ability to manage subcontractors and timelines while maintaining quality and efficiency. The successful candidate will work with suppliers and labour ensuring compliance with SANS codes.

Qualifications

• BTech in Construction Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Site Agent/Site Manager.
• Strong knowledge of building processes, SANS codes, and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to manage subcontractors, labour and suppliers.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; project management software beneficial.
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport.
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations and ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency on site.
• Manage subcontractors, labour, suppliers, and timelines effectively.
• Coordinate resources and respond to issues promptly to avoid delays.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

MS Office

Project management software

Time management

Education

BTech in Construction Management

5+ years site management experience

Tools

MS Project

Job description

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable building contractor in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, seeks a qualified Site Manager/Agent to lead daily site operations and hit project milestones.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of building processes and safety standards, and the ability to manage subcontractors and timelines while maintaining quality and efficiency. The successful candidate will work with suppliers and labour ensuring compliance with SANS codes.