Senior Mining Project Construction Manager

JVR Software; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software in South Africa seeks an experienced Construction Supervisor/Project Manager to lead site supervision and contractor management on mining projects. The role focuses on safety, quality, and on-time delivery across multidisciplinary teams.

You will monitor construction progress, manage contractor performance, and ensure compliance with MHSA and OHSACT while driving continuous improvement in project execution and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or a relevant Red Seal trade in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years’ experience in mining, plant construction or engineering project environments.
• Demonstrable site supervision and contractor management experience in mining or industrial projects.
• Solid knowledge of MHSA and OHSACT and adherence to safety regulations.
• Experience monitoring progress, schedules and milestones on construction projects.
• Familiarity with contractor method statements, risk assessments, quality control and site safety requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections and maintaining daily diaries and progress reports.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• PM/Construction Management certification would be advantageous; rigging knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated construction site supervision and support to the Project Manager.
• Manage and monitor contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed in accordance with approved project scopes and standards.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and ensure all site access, safety and compliance requirements are met.
• Monitor contractor method statements, work procedures, tools and equipment compliance.
• Identify contractor performance issues and escalate non-compliance where necessary.
• Promote and maintain a strong SHE culture across all project construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with MHSA, OHSACT and mining safety regulations.
• Conduct and monitor site-specific risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Ensure contractors comply with approved safety procedures and method statements.
• Facilitate toolbox talks and regular site safety inspections; identify unsafe practices and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with drawings, specs and quality standards.
• Track daily progress against the project schedule and milestones; identify delays and risks.
• Ensure projects are executed within timeframes and quality requirements; address deviations.
• Maintain accurate daily diaries, progress reports and site records; ensure proper document control.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Engineering, Plant Managers and Safety teams; coordinate with contractors and OEMs.
• Attend project coordination and safety meetings; provide practical construction support.

Skills

Leadership

Contractor management

Site supervision

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Engineering or Construction Management (or Red Seal trades)

Job description

JVR Software in South Africa seeks an experienced Construction Supervisor/Project Manager to lead site supervision and contractor management on mining projects. The role focuses on safety, quality, and on-time delivery across multidisciplinary teams.

You will monitor construction progress, manage contractor performance, and ensure compliance with MHSA and OHSACT while driving continuous improvement in project execution and documentation.