Senior Site Leader — Commercial Construction Champion

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Diverse and challenging construction -

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Supervisor to oversee a major commercial development in Port Elizabeth. This hands-on role requires directing site crews, enforcing safety standards, and delivering quality outcomes on schedule.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of supervisory experience in construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to coordinate trades and subcontractors on busy projects in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of supervisory experience in construction.
• Proven track record supervising diverse trades and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and safety standards.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and specs.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to be on-site daily.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily construction activities, ensuring on-schedule, quality work.
• Enforce health and safety regulations on site with inspections and briefings.
• Coordinate work of trades, laborers, and subcontractors for teamwork.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance.
• Manage on-site materials and equipment and ensure availability.
• Report site progress and resource needs to the Project Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Construction supervision

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Team coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Supervisor to oversee a major commercial development in Port Elizabeth. This hands-on role requires directing site crews, enforcing safety standards, and delivering quality outcomes on schedule.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of supervisory experience in construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to coordinate trades and subcontractors on busy projects in a demanding environment.