Senior Construction Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car / Travel allowance

Medical and retirement benefits

Executive bonus structure

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, South Africa, seeks a seasoned Senior Construction Manager to lead high-profile building projects from pre-construction planning to handover. You will oversee project teams, subcontractors, budgets, and schedules while upholding safety and quality standards.

This role offers executive responsibility and the chance to shape major developments in the North West province. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field and 12+ years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience managing large-scale construction projects.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience with contract administration and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of multiple construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation effectively.
• Lead, mentor, and manage project teams, including site engineers, foremen, and subcontractors.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and building codes.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and local authorities to ensure project objectives are met.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and resolve site issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Contract administration

Risk management

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Manager to lead high-profile building projects in Rustenburg . This leadership position is critical for overseeing all facets of project execution, from pre-construction planning through to final handover. You will be responsible for managing project teams, subcontractors, budgets, schedules, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality are met. This is an exceptional opportunity to take charge of significant developments and shape the built environment within the North West province, working with a company renowned for its quality and integrity in the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of multiple construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation effectively.
• Lead, mentor, and manage project teams, including site engineers, foremen, and subcontractors.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and building codes.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and local authorities to ensure project objectives are met.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and resolve site issues promptly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience, typically 12+ years, in managing large-scale construction projects.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience managing diverse project teams.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, risk management, and financial control.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project or similar.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Significant responsibility and autonomy on flagship projects.
• Company car or travel allowance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a leading construction firm in Rustenburg .