Site Administrator (Building Construction) - Cape Town

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction company is looking for a Site Administrator to manage various administrative functions and support operations on-site in Cape Town. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in site procurement and administration, along with relevant qualifications in administration or construction management. This role offers a chance to work in a reputable team and contribute to high-quality infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in site procurement and clerical work on a construction site.
• Strong understanding of cost control systems and contract management.
• Knowledge of SHEQ policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control requisitions and ensure accurate cost allocations.
• Compile weekly timesheet reports and assist with progress reports.
• Maintain and update the asset register and ensure essential services are functional.

Skills

Contract Management

Cost Control

Administration Control

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Relevant qualification in administration or construction management

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client, a dynamic and leading construction company recognized for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects, is currently seeking a Site Administrator for a limited duration contract based in Cape Town. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a reputable team in the construction sector, supporting operations and ensuring effective administration control on site.

ResponsibilitiesContract Management

• Consolidate approved timesheets fortnightly for HR submission, including signed leave forms for staff and labour.
  
  
• Manage and control requisitions, ensuring accurate cost allocations, and report potential losses, re-work costs, and anomalies to the Site Agent and Quantity Surveyor.
  
  
• Ensure essential services (IT, electricity, water, and telephone) are functional, monitored, and promptly reported for faults.
  
  
• Continuously update and maintain the asset register, submitting approved updates to Head Office monthly.
  
  
• Facilitate communication between Site, Suppliers, Head Office, and stakeholders by drafting necessary correspondence.
  
  
• Maintain accurate records of all site functions, including drawings, finance, administration, meetings, disciplinary records, site instructions, and claims.
  
  
• Distribute and record drawings for subcontractors in the Drawings Register.
  
  
• Implement effective systems and processes to manage Stores effectively and maintain registers.
  
  
• Assist the Site Agent in controlling plant and equipment deployment using optimal cost control methods.
  
  

Management Control and Systems

• Understand and implement the Group’s SHEQ Policy & Procedures and relevant Codes of Practice, supporting the Safety Officer on site to meet standards.
  
  

Reports

• Compile weekly timesheet reports for the Quantity Surveyor on labour allocations, hours worked, and cost allocations.
  
  
• Assist the Site Agent with compiling and submitting internal and external progress reports.
  
  

Stakeholder Relations

• Maintain and build strong working relationships with all stakeholders.
  
  

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in administration or construction management.
  
  
• Minimum of 10 years of site procurement and clerical work on a construction/building site.
  
  
• Strong understanding of cost control systems, document control, and contract management.
  
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
  
  
• Knowledge of SHEQ policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
  
  

Benefits

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lisa Meyer at[Email Address Removed].com
• You can alsovisit the Hire Resolve website:[URL Removed]or email us your CV:[Email Address Removed].com
• We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Desired Skills:

• Site Administrator (Building Construction) - Cape
• Site Administrator (Building Construction) - Cape
• Site Administrator (Building Construction) - Cape