Senior Civil Concrete Foreman

Greys Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Recruitment is seeking an experienced Civil Concrete Foreman to lead site crews in structural and civil concrete construction. You will supervise formwork, reinforcement, pouring, screeding, finishing and curing, ensuring work meets drawings and project specs while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, able to interpret drawings and coordinate with the Project Manager to maintain schedule and quality on a busy site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' construction experience.
• At least 3 years' supervisory/foreman experience in structural/civil concrete works.
• Proven experience supervising construction teams and subcontractors.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read civil, structural and architectural drawings.
• Strong knowledge of concrete construction methods and processes.
• Experience with formwork/shuttering and steel reinforcement.
• Knowledge of concrete pouring, screeding, finishing and curing procedures.
• Experience with layout techniques (line, grade, site).
• Laser/optical surveying knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of concrete labourers, finishers and subcontractors.
• Allocate tasks and ensure daily production targets are met.
• Provide clear instructions to site teams.
• Interpret construction drawings and grade information for the crew.
• Conduct toolbox talks and pre-construction briefings.
• Assist with weekly planning and scheduling of site activities.
• Monitor productivity and workmanship.

Skills

Construction supervision

Interpret drawings

Health and safety knowledge

Line/grade/site layout

Formwork/shuttering

Reinforcement installation

Team leadership

Drawing interpretation

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Greys Recruitment is seeking an experienced Civil Concrete Foreman to lead site crews in structural and civil concrete construction. You will supervise formwork, reinforcement, pouring, screeding, finishing and curing, ensuring work meets drawings and project specs while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, able to interpret drawings and coordinate with the Project Manager to maintain schedule and quality on a busy site.