Senior Site Manager - Residential Construction (Soweto)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Provident fund

Medical aid

Career development

Positive site environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Site Manager to supervise residential development projects in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead daily operations, ensure quality, and uphold safety standards from groundbreaking to completion.

The ideal candidate has a National Diploma or Bachelor's in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and at least 6 years' experience managing residential builds such as houses, townhouses, or apartments, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager, residential focus.
• Proven ability to manage residential developments (single-family homes, townhouses, or apartments).

Responsibilities

• Managing and supervising daily construction activities on residential development sites in Soweto.
• Ensuring work meets quality standards and complies with plans and specs.
• Enforcing health and safety regulations on site.
• Coordinating site personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers for efficient workflow.
• Monitoring progress against schedule and budget; addressing delays or overruns.
• Conducting regular site inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Maintaining accurate site records, including daily reports and material usage.
• Liaising with Project Manager, architects, engineers, and clients to resolve issues.
• Ensuring the site is clean, organized, and safe for all workers and visitors.
• Procurement and management of site resources, including materials and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Construction Management/Civil Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Site Manager to supervise residential development projects in Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead daily operations, ensure quality, and uphold safety standards from groundbreaking to completion.

The ideal candidate has a National Diploma or Bachelor's in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and at least 6 years' experience managing residential builds such as houses, townhouses, or apartments, with strong leadership and communication skills.