Senior Site Manager - Civil Engineering

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Dynamic project environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Site Manager to oversee major civil engineering projects in Midrand. The role focuses on leading on-site operations, meeting timelines, budgets, and quality standards while coordinating subcontractors and ensuring top safety performance.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of site management experience in civil construction, a strong leadership profile, and excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in site management within civil engineering and construction.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building codes, and relevant regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and specifications.
• Develop and implement detailed project schedules, resource allocation plans, and cost control measures.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, conducting regular site inspections.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to resolve issues and ensure seamless project execution.
• Manage and motivate site teams, fostering a culture of productivity, collaboration, and safety.
• Oversee quality control processes, ensuring all work meets or exceeds required standards and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Professional registration with ECSA (optional)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Site Manager to oversee major civil engineering projects in Midrand . This pivotal role involves leading on-site operations, ensuring project timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met with precision. You will be instrumental in managing diverse teams, coordinating with subcontractors, and upholding the highest safety standards on complex construction sites. This is a challenging opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on landmark infrastructure developments, contributing to the growth and stability of the region's built environment, and working within a dynamic and demanding project setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all on-site construction activities , ensuring adherence to project plans and specifications.


• Develop and implement detailed project schedules , resource allocation plans, and cost control measures.


• Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, conducting regular site inspections.


• Liaise with clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to resolve issues and ensure seamless project execution.


• Manage and motivate site teams, fostering a culture of productivity, collaboration, and safety.


• Oversee quality control processes, ensuring all work meets or exceeds required standards and specifications.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years' experience in site management within the civil engineering and construction industry. Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects on time and within budget. Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building codes, and relevant regulations. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Professional registration with a relevant body (e.g., ECSA) is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and performance.


• Performance-based bonuses and project completion incentives.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.


• A dynamic and challenging work environment with significant project responsibility.