Senior Construction Manager (Residential)

Fenris Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Manager to lead large-scale residential developments. The ideal candidate has 20 years of experience, exceptional people-management skills, and a proven track record of delivering successful projects. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role demands travel to different sites and strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• 20 years proven experience in large-scale construction management, ideally within residential property development.
• Strong track record of delivering multi-million-rand developments successfully.
• Exceptional people-management and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop teams.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, project management and compliance requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end delivery of large-scale residential property development projects.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to project teams, site managers and contractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Develop and implement construction strategies, schedules and methodologies.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders including developers, contractors, consultants and local authorities.
• Monitor compliance with all legal, safety and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement, knowledge transfer and innovation across the business.
• Travel regularly to project sites to provide hands-on oversight and support.

Skills

Building Construction

Civil & Structural Engineering

HVAC Design

Arabic-English Translation

Archicad

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Introduction

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Manager to lead large-scale residential developments.

With 20 years experience, the ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who balances technical expertise with strategic oversight while mentoring teams and giving back to the industry.

For enquiries, email .

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end delivery of large-scale residential property development projects.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to project teams, site managers and contractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Develop and implement construction strategies, schedules and methodologies.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders including developers, contractors, consultants and local authorities.
• Monitor compliance with all legal, safety and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement, knowledge transfer and innovation across the business.
• Travel regularly to project sites to provide hands‑on oversight and support.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• 20 years proven experience in large‑scale construction management, ideally within residential property development.
• Strong track record of delivering multi‑million‑rand developments successfully.
• Exceptional people‑management and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop teams.
• In‑depth knowledge of construction methods, project management and compliance requirements.
• Relevant tertiary qualification(s) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between sites.

Package & Remuneration

Cost to Company: R per annum

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Key Skills

• Building Construction
• Civil & Structural Engineering
• HVAC Design
• Arabic-English Translation
• Archicad