Senior Construction Site Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation + annual bonus

Health, life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Home office allowance and tech upgrade

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Construction Site Manager to oversee major construction projects from planning through handover in a fully remote leadership role. You will manage nationwide site operations using advanced digital platforms, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency while controlling budgets and timelines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, with 12+ years of progressive experience in construction management and a proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management for multiple construction projects, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion in a remote capacity.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project execution strategies, focusing on efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Oversee site operations, resource allocation, and subcontractor management, coordinating remotely with site personnel.
• Manage project budgets, track costs, and implement financial controls to ensure profitability.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations and standards.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams through clear and consistent communication via virtual channels.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Senior Construction Site Manager to oversee major construction projects from planning through to handover. This is a fully remote leadership role, empowering you to manage and coordinate site operations nationally through advanced digital platforms. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, while effectively managing budgets and timelines. This position demands exceptional leadership, advanced problem-solving skills, and the ability to inspire and direct teams remotely to achieve outstanding project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management for multiple construction projects, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion in a remote capacity.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project execution strategies, focusing on efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Oversee site operations, resource allocation, and subcontractor management, coordinating remotely with site personnel.
• Manage project budgets, track costs, and implement financial controls to ensure profitability.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations and standards.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams through clear and consistent communication via virtual channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Over 12 years of progressive experience in construction management , with a significant focus on managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams remotely using project management and communication tools.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, building codes, and safety standards.
• Excellent strategic planning, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including a substantial base salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote working policy.
• Allowance for home office setup and technology upgrades.
• Opportunities for professional development and high-level strategic involvement.